Heart-Healthy Creamy Garlic Seafood Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Garlic Seafood Pasta—a dish that brings indulgence and nutrition together in perfect harmony. Featuring tender shrimp and scallops, whole grain spaghetti, and a rich yet guilt-free sauce made with low-fat Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is a flavorful twist on comfort food. Infused with zesty lemon, garlic, and a hint of red pepper heat, every bite bursts with vibrant flavors. Crafted with heart-smart ingredients like olive oil and low-sodium chicken broth, this seafood pasta is designed to suit health-conscious foodies without compromising on taste. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an elegant yet approachable meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Sprinkle it with fresh parsley for the finishing touch and enjoy a wholesome, creamy delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Whole grain spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 ounces Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces Scallops
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt and cook the whole grain spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp and scallops to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are opaque and cooked through, stirring occasionally. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the low-fat Greek yogurt until smooth. Be sure the heat is low to prevent the yogurt from curdling.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly until the cheese is well incorporated and the sauce is creamy.
Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice, and add red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Return the cooked shrimp and scallops to the skillet along with the drained spaghetti. Toss everything together gently to ensure the pasta and seafood are coated in the creamy sauce.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Optionally, add extra red pepper flakes or Parmesan cheese for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy creamy garlic seafood pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.6 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 580 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 3170 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.5 g | ||
| Protein | 148.4 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 981 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2703 mg | 58% | |
*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.
