Key Lime Pasta with Crab and Mustard Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this zesty and savory Key Lime Pasta with Crab and Mustard Sauce, a dish that’s equal parts gourmet and comforting. This recipe pairs tender spaghetti with a velvety cream sauce infused with the vibrant citrusy tang of key lime juice and zest, perfectly balanced by the subtle sharpness of Dijon mustard. Fresh, succulent crab meat adds a touch of luxurious seafood richness, while a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and fresh parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this flavorful pasta dish is ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a restaurant-quality meal at home. Garnish with key lime slices for a stunning presentation that highlights its tropical flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 cup key lime juice
- 1 tsp key lime zest
- 8 oz fresh crab meat
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- key lime slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, key lime juice, and key lime zest. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add the fresh crab meat to the sauce and gently fold it in. Heat for 2-3 minutes to warm the crab through.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. If the sauce looks too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the crab and mustard sauce. Use tongs to combine everything evenly, ensuring the pasta is well-coated.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with key lime slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.8 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 6250 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 82.3 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 767 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1039 mg | 22% | |
*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.
