Linguini and Clam Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this classic Linguini and Clam Sauce recipe, a seafood lover’s dream that combines delicate linguini with a rich, briny sauce bursting with flavor. Made with tender canned clams, fragrant garlic, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, this dish is simmered in a white wine and clam juice reduction for a luxurious yet approachable meal. Brightened with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, it’s a perfect balance of savory and fresh flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta is a quick and elegant solution for a weeknight dinner or date night. Serve it with crusty bread for soaking up every flavorful drop!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Linguini
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 cup White wine
• 1 cup Clam juice
• 10 ounces Canned clams
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Once heated, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Pour in the white wine and clam juice. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes to slightly reduce the liquid.

Step 5

Add the canned clams (with their juices) to the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes to heat the clams through.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the freshly chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the cooked linguini to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the noodles are well coated in the sauce. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1232.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1695.8

Total Fat 73.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 179.7mg	0%
Sodium 2417.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 78.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 294.4mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 894.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 35.5%