Name: Weight Watchers Paella Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp saffron threads; 1 tsp dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 3/4 cups seafood or chicken broth; 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined; 8 oz mussels, scrubbed and debearded; 8 oz clams, scrubbed; Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish; Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the sliced red and yellow bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the cherry tomatoes, smoked paprika, saffron threads, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Pour in the seafood or chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Add the shrimp, mussels, and clams to the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through and the shells have opened.
Gently stir in the cooked whole wheat spaghetti, coating it evenly with the flavorful broth and seafood mixture.
Remove from heat and let the paella pasta sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to intensify.
Serve the Weight Watchers Paella Pasta garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side for a bright finishing touch.

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