Authentic Almond Seafood Pasta
Authentic Almond Seafood Pasta is a luxurious dish that combines tender pasta with a medley of fresh seafood, all enveloped in a creamy almond sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself on a cozy night in. Bursting with rich flavors, it’s visually appealing and incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 cup mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, calamari)
- 1 cup almond cream (blended from ½ cup soaked almonds and ½ cup cream)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions.
- Blend soaked almonds with cream in a blender until smooth to create almond cream.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the mixed seafood and season with salt and pepper; cook until shrimp turns pink and scallops are opaque (about 5 minutes).
- Drain the pasta, reserving some cooking water. Add the pasta to the skillet with seafood and pour in the almond cream; mix well.
- Stir in lemon juice and herbs before serving, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute seafood based on your preference; crab or mussels work well. For extra nutrition, add vegetables like spinach or asparagus.