Description
Indulge in a delightful seafood pasta dish that combines the richness of mixed seafood with a creamy sauce, tossed with linguine and finished with a hint of lemon and parsley. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Linguine:
- 12 ounces linguine or spaghetti
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 pound mixed seafood (such as shrimp, scallops, and mussels)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add Seafood and Tomatoes: Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3 minutes until they start to soften. Add the mixed seafood and cook for 4-5 minutes until done.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in the heavy cream and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with Parmesan.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen seafood mix; thaw if frozen and pat dry before cooking.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of clam juice or fish stock.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
