The Brainy Bite: Garlicky Steamed Clams

tonylsilvio
Jun 19
2 min read

Start your week with a Brainy Bite — a recipe designed to nourish your mindset as much as your body. Food that helps you focus, think clearly, and stay grounded through the week. Eat well. Think better.

Why this recipe supports your brain health:

These Garlicky Steamed Clams pack a mental punch in a deceptively elegant dish:

Clams are a powerhouse of brain-friendly nutrients—rich in vitamin B12, iron, omega-3s, and selenium—all vital for focus, memory, and mental clarity.
Garlic and onion offer anti-inflammatory and circulatory benefits, supporting oxygen flow to the brain.
Lemon zest and parsley add not just freshness, but antioxidants to fight cognitive fatigue.
Low in calories, high in protein—this is clean fuel that supports sharp, sustainable energy.

Whether you’re leading a team, navigating change, or chasing a new PB, this recipe supports mental performance without the crash.

🦪 Garlicky Steamed Clams (Serves 4)

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 14 minutes

Ingredients:

1 tsp olive oil
1 small onion, peeled and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp dry white wine
1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
Juice and zest of 1 medium lemon
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 dozen small fresh clams, scrubbed

Method:

In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and garlic and stir for 3 minutes. Add wine and stir for 1 minute more. Then add broth, lemon zest and juice, parsley, and pepper.
Add clams, stirring gently to coat. Cover and steam until clams open—around 7–10 minutes.
Discard any clams that remain closed. Serve hot with broth.

💡 Chef's note: Clams that stay shut after steaming should not be eaten—consider them a no-go.