Description
Seafood Pasta with Linguine, Shrimp, and Mussels is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Succulent shrimp, briny mussels, and juicy cherry tomatoes combine with a creamy lemon-garlic sauce to create a mouthwatering meal in just 35 minutes. Serve with crusty bread for a complete, flavorful experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking 2-3 minutes on each side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Add mussels to the same skillet with broth, cover, and cook for 5 minutes until mussels open. Discard any that do not open.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and add cooked linguine. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and basil. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free option.
- Serve with crusty garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 recipe)
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Seafood Pasta with Linguine, Shrimp, Mussels, Creamy Pasta, Easy Seafood Pasta, Quick Dinner, Italian Seafood Recipe