Garlicky Linguine with Crab, Red Bell Pepper and Pine Nuts

Health score
27%
Garlicky Linguine with Crab, Red Bell Pepper and Pine Nuts
45 min.
6
578kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Garlicky Linguine with Crab, Red Bell Pepper, and Pine Nuts—a dish that perfectly balances elegance and comfort. This recipe is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings the taste of the sea right to your dining table. With fresh lump crabmeat as the star ingredient, each bite is a celebration of rich, succulent flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.

The combination of garlic and red bell pepper creates a fragrant base that enhances the sweetness of the crab, while the toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch, elevating the dish to new heights. Whether you're looking for a satisfying main course for a special occasion or a hearty side dish to complement your favorite protein, this linguine is versatile enough to shine in any role.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend gatherings. With a caloric count of 578 kcal per serving, it offers a balanced meal that doesn't compromise on flavor. So gather your loved ones, pour a glass of dry white wine, and enjoy a culinary journey that celebrates the best of fresh ingredients and simple cooking techniques. Your kitchen will be filled with irresistible aromas, and your guests will be begging for seconds!

Ingredients

  • ounce bottled clam juice 
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh finely chopped
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • 12 ounces pasta 
  • pound lump crab meat fresh picked over
  • servings parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  •  bell pepper red finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add bell pepper; cover and cook 2 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and crushed red pepper; cover and cook 2 minutes. Increase heat to high, add wine and boil 2 minutes. Set aside.
  4. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  5. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
  6. Return pasta to pot.
  7. Add clam juice, 1/2 cup cooking water and bell pepper mixture. Cook over high heat until pasta absorbs half of liquid, about 2 minutes.
  8. Add crab and toss until heated through, about 1 minute.
  9. Mix in parsley. Season to taste with pepper. Divide pasta among bowls.
  10. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
  11. Serve, passing cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories578kcal
Protein22.65%
Fat39.14%
Carbs38.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.17
Glycemic Load
17.56
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
31.403043518896%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
5.39mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.41mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:578.1kcal
28.9%
Fat:24.48g
37.66%
Saturated Fat:11.25g
70.34%
Carbohydrates:53.76g
17.92%
Net Carbohydrates:50.95g
18.53%
Sugar:4.13g
4.59%
Cholesterol:82.93mg
27.64%
Sodium:1303.57mg
56.68%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.99%
100%
Protein:31.88g
63.75%
Vitamin B12:7.24µg
120.67%
Selenium:74.52µg
106.45%
Manganese:1.33mg
66.45%
Phosphorus:526.52mg
52.65%
Copper:1mg
49.97%
Zinc:7.25mg
48.32%
Vitamin K:47.6µg
45.33%
Vitamin C:36.58mg
44.34%
Calcium:329.44mg
32.94%
Vitamin A:1484.16IU
29.68%
Magnesium:104.8mg
26.2%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.26%
Folate:64.4µg
16.1%
Potassium:496.62mg
14.19%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.99%
Vitamin B3:2.51mg
12.56%
Iron:2.13mg
11.86%
Fiber:2.81g
11.25%
Vitamin E:1.59mg
10.62%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.7%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.69%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.17%
Source:Epicurious