Paleo Seafood Pasta
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Paleo Seafood Pasta, a wholesome and gluten-free twist on a classic Italian favorite. Instead of traditional pasta, this recipe features spiralized zucchini noodles, creating a light and nutrient-packed base that pairs perfectly with succulent shrimp and buttery sea scallops. Sautéed cherry tomatoes and fragrant garlic bring a burst of freshness, while a hint of lemon zest and red pepper flakes add a zesty kick to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and healthy dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Topped with fresh basil leaves, this paleo-friendly seafood pasta is a feast that’s both satisfying and guilt-free.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 pound sea scallops
- 1 lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Using a spiralizer, create noodles from the zucchini and set them aside on a paper towel to absorb excess moisture.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
Step 5
Pat dry the shrimp and scallops with a paper towel and season them with salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque, and the scallops are golden on both sides.
Step 7
Zest the lemon over the seafood and squeeze half of the lemon juice into the skillet.
Step 8
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together gently for about 2 minutes, until the noodles are just tender.
Step 9
Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Step 10
Remove from heat and top with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1716.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1288.7 |
| Total Fat 37.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 978.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11020.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.8g | |
| Protein 166.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 381.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4109.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories