⏱ 25 min totalSteamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel
Per 1 serving · 313 g · 8 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein24g19% of calories
- Carbs16g13% of calories
- Fat40g69% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel (313 g) has 523 calories, with 24 g of protein, 16 g of carbohydrates and 40 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (69% of calories). It is high in protein (49% DV), Vitamin C (56% DV) and Vitamin K (39% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 59%, 67% and 33% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein49%
- Vitamin C56%
- Vitamin K39%
- Thiamine57%
- Riboflavin (B2)22%
- Niacin30%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber13%
- Vitamin A13%
- Vitamin E13%
- Folate (B9)12%
- Pantothenic acid18%
- Calcium10%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium59%
- Saturated fat67%
- Cholesterol33%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
- 2 fl oz Clam and tomato juice
1 link, 4/lb Italian sausage
1 ⅛ tsp, leaves Oregano
¼ bulb Fennel bulb
¼ medium Red bell pepper
¼ tbsp Olive oil
½ tsp, whole Fennel seed
⅔ lb (with shell), yield after shell removed Clams
Directions
- 1
Remove casings from sausages and coarsely crumble. Coarsely chop oregano. Core fennel bulb and slice, reserving chopped fronds for garnish. Cut pepper into medium strips, discarding ribs and seeds. Crush fennel seeds with mortar and pestle. Clean and scrub clams.
- 2
Heat oil in large deep skillet over high heat. Add bell pepper, sliced fennel, Italian sausage, and fennel seeds, and saut until sausage is brown and vegetables are just tender, about 10 minutes. Add clam juice, and bring to boil. Add clams and oregano; reduce heat to medium-high, cover, and cook just until clams open, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with pepper. Divide among 4 bowls, discarding any unopened clams. Sprinkle with chopped fennel fronds and serve.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (313 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 121 μg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 51 mg | 56% |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 47 μg | 39% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 57% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | 22% |
| Niacin | 5 mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 38% |
| Folate (B9) | 48 μg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 6 μg | 258% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 18% |
| Choline | 39 mg | 7% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 104 mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 697 mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 48 mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 301 mg | 43% |
| Zinc | 3 mg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 43 μg | 78% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 6 μg | — |
| Arginine | 2 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 886 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.3 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 0 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 3 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 1,801 μg | — |
| Lysine | 2 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 19 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 5 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 41 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 1 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0 μg | — |
Burning 523 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 99minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 63minCycling (moderate)
- 44minRunning (6 mph)
- 74minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel?
One serving of Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel (1 serving) has 523 calories, which works out to 167 calories per 100 g. That is about 26% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel high in protein?
It provides a solid 24 g of protein per serving (49% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 19% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 13 g of net carbs and 13% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel?
1350 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Steamed Clams with Spicy Italian Sausage and Fennel?
5.6 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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