Zesty Seafood Pasta

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound linguine pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound cooked scallops, halved
• 1/4 pound cooked crab meat, flaked
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Stir in the white wine (if using) and cook until reduced by half.
6. Add the diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Add the shrimp, scallops, and crab meat to the sauce. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the seafood is heated through.
8. Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve the pasta with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutritional Information:

(per serving)

• Calories: 450
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 60 grams
• Protein: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Zesty and flavorful
• Packed with fresh seafood
• Creamy and comforting
• Perfect for a special occasion or any night of the week

User Comments:

• "This pasta is absolutely delicious! The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the seafood is cooked perfectly."
• "I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and tasty meal."
• "This is my new favorite seafood pasta recipe. It's so good, I could eat it every day!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth.
• If you don't have fresh seafood, you can use frozen seafood that has been thawed.
• Be careful not to overcook the seafood, as it will become tough.