Pasta con Granchio

Pasta con Granchio is a delightful Italian breakfast dish featuring al dente pasta tossed with tender crab meat, fresh herbs, and a touch of citrus. This light yet flavorful meal is perfect for starting your day on a refreshing note.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 150 grams
• Fresh crab meat - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the crab meat, cherry tomatoes, and lemon juice, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the crab is heated through.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to combine with the crab and tomatoes, adding reserved pasta water as needed for a desired consistency.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from crab meat, promoting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that support heart health.

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