High Protein Spaghetti with Seafood
Dive into a deliciously wholesome meal with this High Protein Spaghetti with Seafood, a nutritious twist on a classic Italian dish. Made with protein-rich chickpea or lentil-based spaghetti, this recipe is ideal for a healthy yet satisfying dinner. Brimming with tender shrimp, scallops, and mussels, it delivers a luxurious medley of ocean flavors, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes and a zesty white wine and lemon sauce. A touch of garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley enhances the flavors, creating a vibrant and savory dish that's perfect for seafood lovers. Ready in just 35 minutes, this high-protein, low-carb meal is as quick to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Whether you’re looking for a post-workout dinner idea or an elegant dish for entertaining, this protein-packed seafood spaghetti is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz High protein spaghetti (e.g., chickpea or lentil-based spaghetti)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 8 oz Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz Scallops
- 8 oz Mussels (cleaned and debearded)
- 10 oz Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup White wine
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the high-protein spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and slightly golden. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
Add the mussels to the skillet along with the white wine. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the mussels steam for 5-6 minutes, or until they open. Discard any that do not open.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and return the shrimp and scallops to the skillet. Add the cherry tomatoes and stir to combine.
Step 6
Pour in the reserved pasta water and lemon juice, stirring to create a light sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 7
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Step 8
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy this protein-packed seafood spaghetti!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1508.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2242.6 |
| Total Fat 59.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g | |
| Cholesterol 639.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4280.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 247.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.4g | |
| Protein 205.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 608.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 446.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5352.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories