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A hand holding a green mussel over a tray of cooked new zealand mussels to show the size and texture

Green Mussels

With an extra helping of omega-three than your black mussels, these green mussels will give you a health boost in a  seafood recipe that you’ll want to make again and again. With a lovely green color on the shell lip, they are as appealing as they are tasty. 

Course Appetizer, finger food, Main Course, Main Dish, Party Food
Cuisine American, Italian, New Zealand
Keyword black mussels, black mussels vs green mussels, green lipped mussels, green mussels, how to cook green mussels, new zealand mussels, seafood, seafood recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 234 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

Mussels

  • 2 pounds Green Mussels

Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 Tablespoons parsley minced
  • 1/4 teaspoons salt and pepper
  • pinch chilli flakes optional
  • 1/3 cup olive oil or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the broiler to low.

  2. Bring all ingredients for the panko and add them in a bowl.

    ingredients for the topping including a bowl of panko bread crumbs, garli, lemon zest, fresh herbs, seasoning and melted butter or oil

  3. Add the melted butter and blend in until it's fluffy.

    A hand pouring the melted butter over the panko ingredients to mix everything well

  4. The mixture should be crumbly and moist, not dry. Add extra olive oil or melted butter if needed.

    A spoon showing the texture of the final topping ready for the green mussels

  5. Layer the green mussels flat on a baking sheet in a single layer.

    raw green mussels on the half shell in a single layer on a baking sheet

  6. Divide the crumb topping evenly over the mussels.

    new zealand mussels or green mussels in a single layer on a baking sheet topped with the panko mixture and ready to go in the oven

  7. Broil until golden.

    cooked green mussels on the baking tray out of the oven

  8. Serve right away and enjoy

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Green Mussels Tips

  • You'll find Green Mussels often labeled as New Zealand Mussels or Green Lipped Mussels in the freezer section.
  • They come in the half shell so it's easier to cook.
  • Defrost them before proceeding with the recipe.
  • Adjust the panko bread crumb mixture by adding more or less seasoning.
  • Make sure the mussels are about 6 inches away from the heat element in the oven.
  • Top the mussels generously with the panko mixture because they aren't seasoned otherwise.
  • keep an eye on them because every broiler is different.
  • Serve with pasta or salad for a main dish.
  • Serve with Spicy Mayo and Tartar Sauce Recipe as an appetizer!
  • Leftover Green Mussels recipe are delicious to enjoy within 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Green Mussels
Amount Per Serving
Calories 234 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 22mg7%
Sodium 428mg19%
Potassium 288mg8%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 236IU5%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 52mg5%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.