Tybee Clam Pasta

Elevate your weeknight dinner with Tybee Clam Pasta, a coastal-inspired dish that brings the taste of the sea right to your table. This recipe features tender spaghetti tossed with briny littleneck clams, bathed in a luscious garlic and white wine sauce infused with lemon zest and a subtle kick of red pepper flakes. Fresh parsley adds a burst of color and herbaceous flavor, while a touch of butter ensures the sauce is irresistibly silky. Perfectly balanced with bright citrus notes and a hint of heat, this pasta comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an elegant yet accessible option for seafood lovers. Serve it with crusty bread to savor every drop of the flavorful broth—ideal for a cozy dinner or impressing guests at your next gathering. Keywords: Tybee Clam Pasta recipe, seafood pasta, easy clam linguine, white wine pasta sauce, quick dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 lbs fresh clams (littlenecks or cockles)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 shallot
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup chicken or seafood stock
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set the spaghetti aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, rinse the clams thoroughly under cold water, discarding any that are cracked or do not close when tapped.

Step 3

In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Finely mince the garlic and shallot. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly translucent, stirring often to prevent burning.

Step 5

Add the red pepper flakes and sauté for another 30 seconds to bloom the flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and chicken or seafood stock. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the clams to the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat in the sauce. If the sauce needs more liquid, stir in a bit of the reserved pasta water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley, mixing well. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Step 10

Serve immediately in bowls, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1973.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2090.0

Total Fat 78.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 370.4mg	0%
Sodium 3789.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 156.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.2g
Protein 141.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1104.5mg	0%
Iron 138.7mg	0%
Potassium 2727.9mg	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: 37.1%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 33.1%