Description
A quick and delicious crab linguine dish combining fresh ingredients that transforms ordinary nights into extraordinary occasions.
Ingredients
- Fresh linguine
- Lump crab meat
- Fresh garlic
- Unsalted butter
- Lemon zest and juice
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package directions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the lump crab meat gently to the skillet.
- Pour in a splash of pasta water, followed by the lemon juice and zest. Stir to combine.
- Fold in the drained linguine, ensuring it is well coated. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss in freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Pairs well with garlic bread or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pasta Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: crab linguine, easy seafood pasta, quick dinner recipe, family favorite