Spaghetti with crab, cherry tomatoes & basil

Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
26%
Spaghetti with crab, cherry tomatoes & basil
25 min.
3
399kcal

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Are you craving a delightful dish that embodies the essence of summer? Look no further than this exquisite Spaghetti with Crab, Cherry Tomatoes, and Basil! This refreshing recipe is not only dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for those with dietary restrictions, but it's also brimming with vibrant flavors that will make your taste buds sing.

Imagine al dente spaghetti tossed with luscious cherry tomatoes that burst with sweetness, complemented by the tender, succulent white crab meat. The addition of fragrant basil and a splash of zesty lemon elevates this dish to new heights, infusing every bite with a wonderful aroma and brightness. Perfect for a tantalizing lunch or as a stunning side dish at your next gathering, this recipe caters effortlessly to any occasion.

With just a quick 25 minutes of prep and cooking time, this pasta dish is ideal for those busy weeknight dinners or leisurely weekends when you want something impressive without spending all day in the kitchen. At only 399 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt. So grab your frying pan and pot, and let's bring the taste of the sea to your table with this crowd-pleasing dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • pinch pepper 
  • 200 cherry tomatoes halved
  •  lemon zest 
  • 340 crabmeat white drained canned
  • 200 pasta like spaghetti 
  • tsp capers drained and rinsed
  • handful basil roughly chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil.
  2. Add the garlic and chilli flakes. Cook until just pale golden, then add the tomatoes. Cook 3 mins more on a high heat until the tomatoes start to break down a little.
  3. Add the lemon juice and cook for 1-2 mins.
  4. Remove from the heat and stir in the crab to warm through not too much or it will break up.
  5. Boil the pasta in a large pan of salted water following pack instructions then drain.
  6. Mix the pasta in the warm pot with the sauce, lemon zest and capers, and toss the basil through.

Nutrition Facts

Calories399kcal
Protein30.36%
Fat15.16%
Carbs54.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.33
Glycemic Load
20.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
24.815651976544%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.89mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:398.97kcal
19.95%
Fat:6.62g
10.18%
Saturated Fat:1.07g
6.7%
Carbohydrates:53.5g
17.83%
Net Carbohydrates:50.6g
18.4%
Sugar:3.55g
3.95%
Cholesterol:109.93mg
36.64%
Sodium:668.99mg
29.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.81g
59.62%
Selenium:91.4µg
130.57%
Vitamin B12:3.77µg
62.9%
Copper:1.18mg
58.92%
Phosphorus:413.71mg
41.37%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.37%
Zinc:5.39mg
35.92%
Vitamin C:22.29mg
27.02%
Vitamin B3:4.64mg
23.2%
Vitamin E:3.23mg
21.56%
Magnesium:83.63mg
20.91%
Folate:79.4µg
19.85%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.71%
Potassium:601.68mg
17.19%
Vitamin B5:1.52mg
15.23%
Calcium:132.37mg
13.24%
Fiber:2.9g
11.59%
Iron:2mg
11.12%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.74%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.71%
Vitamin K:8.08µg
7.7%
Vitamin A:375.42IU
7.51%