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July 22, 2026
Seafood noodles with saffron
Gentle, balanced seafood noodles with saffron for gut-friendly fiber diversity
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Takes about 2 minutes.
Why this recipe fits you
- Contains seafood for lean protein and healthy fats.
- Vegetables and saffron provide plant-based fiber and polyphenols.
- Olive oil and herbs support balanced flavor and gut-friendly diversity.
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Ingredients
Noodles
200
gram
Prawn
150
gram
Mussel
200
gram
Saffron
0.25
teaspoon
Vegetable broth
500
ml
Onion
0.5
piece
Garlic
2
clove
Carrot
1
piece
Celery
1
stalk
Oil, olive
2
tablespoon
Wine, white
100
ml
Lemon
0.5
piece
Parsley
2
tablespoon
Salt
0.5
teaspoon
Black pepper
0.25
teaspoon
Instructions
1
Finely chop the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the chopped vegetables to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened but not browned.
3
Pour in the white wine and let it reduce by half, then add the vegetable broth and saffron threads.
4
Bring the broth to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
5
Add the noodles to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
6
While noodles are cooking, add the prawns and mussels to the broth. Cook for 3-4 minutes until seafood is cooked through and mussels have opened.
7
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley and squeeze lemon juice over the dish.
8
Divide the seafood noodles between two bowls and serve immediately.
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Nutrition
700 kcal
Calories
35 g
Protein
75 g
Carbohydrates
6 g
Fiber
6 g
Sugar
20 g
Fat
3 g
Saturated fat
1.5 g
Salt
FAQ
Is this recipe gluten-free?
You can make it gluten-free by using gluten-free noodles; check that the other ingredients (broth, wine) are gluten-free and avoid cross-contamination.
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, it’s dairy-free as written.
How long does it take to prepare and cook?
About 40 minutes total (roughly 10–15 minutes for prep and 25–30 minutes for cooking).
Can I substitute other seafood?
Yes, you can swap prawns and mussels for other seafood; adjust the cooking times to ensure they’re cooked through.
Do I need to soak saffron threads?
Not required, but you can steep saffron in a little hot water for 5–10 minutes to boost color and aroma.
How would you describe the flavor and heat?
The dish is mild and savory; there’s no chili in the recipe.
How many servings does this yield?
Serves 2.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers and store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 days; reheat gently.
Does the wine cook off, and can I omit it?
Most of the alcohol cooks off during simmering, but a small amount may remain. You can omit it or replace with extra broth or white grape juice.
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