Description
Classic Italian Seafood Pasta is a vibrant dish that transports you to the sun-soaked shores of Italy. Featuring perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed in a light, garlicky sauce, this culinary delight is packed with succulent shrimp, tender calamari, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe promises an unforgettable dining experience filled with fresh flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz calamari rings (fresh or thawed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving half a cup of pasta water.
- 2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- 3. Add shrimp and calamari to the skillet; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 3 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- 4. Stir in halved cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper; simmer for five minutes until tomatoes soften.
- 5. Combine cooked spaghetti with the seafood mixture in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water gradually until well-coated.
- 6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 190mg