Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce
Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce pairs tender pasta with a garlicky white clam sauce enriched by Alfredo, bringing a silky texture and gentle brininess. Notes of sautéed onion, a splash of white wine, and a hint of red pepper add depth and warmth. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner when you want something rich yet quick.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 54 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 11
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 26
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 24
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. When the water is boiling, stir in the linguine and return it to a boil. Cook the pasta, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still slightly firm, about 11 minutes. Drain well.
- 2
Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until they start to brown slightly. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion turns lightly golden, about 10 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the reserved clam juice and wine. Simmer until reduced by half, about 15 minutes. Stir in the Alfredo sauce and clams; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Serve the clam sauce over the linguine, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.
- Calories 571.21 kcal High 29%
- Protein 16.88 g Good Source 34%
- Carbohydrate 60.16 g 22%
- Total Fat 26.16 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 9.64 g High 48%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 96.9 mg High 32%
- Sodium 896.06 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 3.22 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 3.01 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 174.42 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 11.97 mg Good Source 67%
- Potassium 182.53 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 2.59 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 9.92 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Alfredo Sauce, Butter, Clam, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 571.21 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Alfredo Sauce, Butter, Clam, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce?
- About 45 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 571.21 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce healthy?
- Creamy Linguine with Clam Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 571.21 calories and 16.88 g of protein, or 34% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 896.06 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 9.64 g (48% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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