The Story & Intro
Bonjour my friends! 👋 I’m Lacamorea, a 31-year-old French girl who traded the cobblestone streets of Paris for the cozy kitchens of America 🇫🇷➡️🇺🇸. Ever since I could reach the countertop, I’ve been whisking, stirring, and sneaking tastes of cake batter when no one was looking 🍰😋. Cooking isn’t just my passion it’s my love language, my therapy, and my favorite way to make people smile.
And today… oh la la… I’m bringing you one of my favorite comfort meals: one-pot seafood tomato pasta. Just saying the name makes me hungry. Back in Paris, my maman used to make a simple tomato pasta whenever we needed a quick dinner, but after moving to the US and living on the coast for a few years, I fell in love with all the fresh local seafood shrimp, mussels, scallops… you name it.
So one evening, while missing home and craving something warm and familiar, I tossed everything into a single pot pasta, tomatoes, garlic, wine, and a generous handful of seafood and magic happened. The dish was creamy without cream, rich without being heavy, cozy but still bright and sunny. My husband took one bite and said, “Please make this again.” And of course, I did. Many times.
This one-pot seafood tomato pasta is everything you want in a weeknight meal: easy, flavorful, elegant, and ready without dirtying half your kitchen. It’s perfect for date nights, busy nights, or nights when you want to pretend you’re dining by the Mediterranean.
Let’s dive in or shall I say, let’s twirl in! 🍝💕
⏱️ Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Total: 30 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to make this gorgeous bowl of one-pot seafood tomato pasta:
For the Pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional but delicious)
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups seafood stock (or vegetable/chicken stock)
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti (uncooked)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
For the Seafood
Use any combination you love:
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 6–8 mussels, cleaned
- 6–8 clams (optional)
- 6 oz scallops (optional but incredible)
Finishing Touches
- Fresh basil or parsley
- Lemon wedges
- Parmesan (yes, Italians may fight me, but it’s tasty 😄)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes.
2. Build the Tomato Base
Mix in crushed tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, and tomato paste. Stir until glossy and bubbling.
3. Add the Liquids
Pour in the white wine and seafood stock. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the Pasta
Drop in your uncooked pasta and gently press it down so it’s submerged. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
5. Let It Simmer
Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally so the pasta doesn’t stick.
6. Add the Seafood
Nestle shrimp, mussels, clams, and/or scallops right on top. Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes, until mussels open and shrimp turns pink.
7. Finish with Fresh Herbs
Turn off heat, squeeze a little lemon on top, and sprinkle fresh basil or parsley.
8. Serve Warm
Give everything a gentle toss so the pasta is coated in the luscious tomato broth.
Serving Suggestions
One-pot seafood tomato pasta is already a star, but a few simple add-ons make it shine even brighter:
- Warm crusty French bread 🥖 (my forever love)
- A leafy arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette
- A glass of crisp Sauvignon Blanc
- A sprinkle of chili flakes for heat
- Extra herbs for freshness
This pasta is bright, briny, comforting, and incredibly satisfying perfect for romantic dinners, family nights, or a quiet evening with a bowl and a blanket.
📝 Notes
- If mussels don’t open during cooking, toss them they weren’t good.
- You can swap seafood stock for vegetable stock if needed.
- Linguine works best, but spaghetti or fettuccine also shine.
- For a richer sauce, add a tablespoon of butter at the end.
- Want it creamy? Add a splash of heavy cream I won’t tell anyone 😉
🍽️ Nutrition (Estimated per serving)
- Calories: ~480
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 62g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sodium: 710mg
📖 Recipe Card
🍝 One-Pot Seafood Tomato Pasta
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
(See full list above)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sauté onion & garlic.
- Add tomatoes & seasonings.
- Pour wine & stock.
- Add pasta and simmer.
- Add seafood and steam until cooked.
- Top with herbs and lemon.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Conclusion
There’s something magical about dishes that come together in one pot less cleanup, more flavor, and a whole lot of cozy satisfaction. This one-pot seafood tomato pasta brings together the sun-kissed flavors of tomatoes, the delicate sweetness of seafood, and the comfort of a warm bowl of pasta, all with minimal effort.
From my Parisian heart to your American kitchen, I hope this recipe becomes a beloved favorite in your home. And remember cooking is love you can taste. 💕🍝