Macarrão com Frutos do Mar

Macarrão com Frutos do Mar is a vibrant and healthy Brazilian pasta dish that combines the freshness of seafood with the richness of olive oil and garlic. This dish is not only flavorful but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a delightful meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 160 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Calamari - 100 grams, sliced
• Mussels - 100 grams, cleaned
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the shrimp, calamari, and mussels to the skillet, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and the mussels have opened.
5. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
6. Once the spaghetti is done, drain it and add it to the skillet with the seafood mixture.
7. Toss everything together gently, then add the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the seafood, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the seafood, promoting heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from cherry tomatoes and parsley, aiding in overall health.

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