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Seafood with Creamy Cheese

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This elegant seafood dish combines fresh seafood with rich, creamy cheese, making for a flavorful and impressive meal that's easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood Ingredients
  • 1 lb Fresh seafood of your choice (shrimp, scallops, and fish) Make sure seafood is fresh for the best flavor.
Cheese and Seasoning
  • 8 oz Creamy cheese (mascarpone or gouda) Choose a cheese you enjoy.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped Adds freshness.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by rinsing and patting dry your seafood. If using shrimp, peel and devein them.
Cooking
  1. In a pan, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  2. Gently add your seafood to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until just done—don’t overcook!
  3. Lower the heat, and stir in your cheese until melted and everything is beautifully combined.
Finishing Touches
  1. Sprinkle fresh herbs atop for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve over a bed of rice or pasta, and consider a squeeze of lemon or balsamic reduction for extra flair. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to a month.
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