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Seafood Pasta with Linguine, Shrimp, and Mussels

Seafood Pasta with Linguine, Shrimp, and Mussels for Cozy Evenings

This Seafood Pasta with Linguine, Shrimp, and Mussels is a delightful dish perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Linguine A traditional pasta choice that holds sauce beautifully.
For the Seafood
  • 1 lb Shrimp Fresh or frozen, peeled, and deveined.
  • 1 lb Mussels Cleaned and debearded.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Enriches flavor while sautéing.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Shallot Chopped.
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust according to taste.
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Provides acidity and depth.
  • 1 cup Pasta Water Reserved to help thicken the sauce.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Brightens the dish.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • to taste Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for balancing flavors.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in white wine, scraping brown bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Steam the Mussels: Add mussels to the skillet, cover, and steam for 5-6 minutes until opened. Discard closed mussels.
  5. Add the Shrimp: Stir in shrimp, cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  6. Combine with Pasta: Lower heat, add linguine, lemon juice, and parsley. Add a splash of reserved pasta water and toss gently.
  7. Serve: Plate the Seafood Pasta immediately, garnish with parsley, black pepper, and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this dish fresh and consider it perfect for impressing guests or comforting weeknight dinners.

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