Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of linguine with clams, a dish that transports you straight to the Italian coast. This simple yet elegant recipe features fresh clams, aromatic garlic, and a splash of white wine, all tossed with perfectly cooked linguine. Ideal for both cozy weeknights and festive gatherings, this pasta dish is sure to impress your family and friends while being effortlessly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine
- 1 lb fresh littleneck clams
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Clean the clams in cold water for about 30 minutes. Rinse well.
- Cook linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add the clams and pour in the white wine; sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using. Cover and simmer until clams open (5-7 minutes).
- Discard any unopened clams. Add cooked linguine to the skillet along with parsley and lemon zest. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg