Rustic Italian Seafood Linguine with White Wine and Garlic
A bright and savory Italian seafood pasta featuring linguine tossed with shrimp, clams, and a garlicky white wine sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs linguine pasta, extra virgin olive oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 12, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 lb, scrubbed clams
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 oz linguine pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add 5 sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 12 large shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits, then add 1 lb scrubbed clams and cover skillet for 5 minutes until clams open.
- Step 5: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, cooked linguine, reserved pasta water, and cooked shrimp back to the skillet. Toss gently to combine and heat through for 2 minutes.
- Step 6: Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tsp lemon zest. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Italian Seafood Linguine with White Wine and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Rustic Italian Seafood Linguine with White Wine and Garlic?
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 Rustic Italian Seafood Linguine with White Wine and Garlic?
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 Rustic Italian Seafood Linguine with White Wine and Garlic 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 Rustic Italian Seafood Linguine with White Wine and Garlic?
Italian pasta 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.
