Heart-Healthy Creamy Garlic Seafood Pasta
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Heart-Healthy Creamy Garlic Seafood Pasta, a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort dish. This wholesome recipe combines tender shrimp and scallops with whole grain spaghetti, all enveloped in a velvety sauce made from low-fat Greek yogurt, low-sodium chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Highlighted by the zing of fresh lemon juice, a hint of red pepper flakes, and aromatic garlic, this dish is as nourishing as it is flavorful. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner that prioritizes both your taste buds and your heart health. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, and savor a light yet satisfying seafood pasta experience that's sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Whole grain spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 ounces Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces Scallops
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt and cook the whole grain spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are opaque and cooked through, stirring occasionally. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-fat Greek yogurt until smooth. Be sure the heat is low to prevent the yogurt from curdling.
Step 5
Add the grated Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly until the cheese is well incorporated and the sauce is creamy.
Step 6
Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice, and add red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 7
Return the cooked shrimp and scallops to the skillet along with the drained spaghetti. Toss everything together gently to ensure the pasta and seafood are coated in the creamy sauce.
Step 8
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Optionally, add extra red pepper flakes or Parmesan cheese for garnish.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy creamy garlic seafood pasta!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1454.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1581.2 |
| Total Fat 54.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 580.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3169.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 142.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.5g | |
| Protein 148.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 88.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 981.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2703.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories