On busy days, there are moments when you want something light, yet still satisfying.
This tomato-based soup pasta is made in just one pot, bringing together the gentle acidity of tomatoes with the rich umami of seafood and bacon.
It’s a simple dish that feels both comforting and balanced.
A Light and Flavorful Soup Pasta
Rather than focusing on the pasta itself, this dish is about enjoying the broth.
Tomatoes, seafood, and bacon come together in a gentle, well-balanced flavor that feels light yet satisfying.
An Easy One-Pot Method
■ Ingredients (Serves 1–2)
Spaghetti (slightly thick, 1.7–1.8mm) 100g
Canned diced tomatoes 1 can
Shimeji mushrooms (trimmed) 100g
Onion (thinly sliced) 1/2
Frozen seafood mix (used frozen) 100g
Clams in shell (cleaned and soaked to remove sand) 200g
Bacon (sliced) 45g
Garlic (grated) 1 clove
Olive oil 1 tablespoon
Water 300ml
Consommé powder 2 teaspoons
■ Directions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion, bacon, and garlic, and sauté until the onion softens.
- Add the canned tomatoes, seafood mix, shimeji mushrooms, water, and consommé. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, add the spaghetti. Cover and cook for one minute less than the package instructions.
- About 3–4 minutes before the pasta is done, add the clams. Cover and cook until the shells open.
- Serve in a bowl and finish with grated cheese or hot sauce if desired.
A Light and Comforting Dish
Despite its rich flavor, this dish feels light and easy to enjoy.
It’s perfect when you want something gentle — even after a drink or as a lighter meal.
This is another light and refreshing dish you may enjoy:
→https://m-o-m-o-happy-world.com/easy-sashimi-carpaccio-with-fresh-herbs/
Take your time and enjoy each spoonful of the broth.
Simple dishes like this can bring a quiet sense of comfort to your day.
If you’d like to read this recipe in Japanese, you can find it here:
https://www.m-o-m-o-happy.com/light-tomato-seafood-soup-pasta-easy-one-pot-recipe/
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