Best of the Sea Seafood Pasta
A luxurious blend of shrimp, scallops, and calamari in a creamy garlic sauce, tossed with al dente pasta for a dish that's the epitome of ocean freshness. This italian-inspired quick meals ready in about 45 minutes pairs linguine pasta, shrimp, scallop for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp
- 8 pieces scallop
- 12 oz calamari
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook linguine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant — do not let it brown.
- Step 3: Add shrimp, scallops, and calamari to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the seafood turns opaque and the calamari is tender.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp butter and 1/2 cup heavy cream, then add 1/4 cup white wine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 5: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, adding 1/4 cup chopped parsley and 1 tsp salt. Stir to coat the pasta in the sauce, then serve immediately with extra parsley garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best of the Sea Seafood Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best of the Sea Seafood Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep linguine pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best of the Sea Seafood Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best of the Sea Seafood Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Best of the Sea Seafood Pasta?
Italian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
