Description
Quick Scallops with Pasta is a delightful, gourmet dish that combines tender scallops and al dente pasta, all enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, ensuring you impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. With its bright flavors from lemon and fresh parsley, this dish is a comforting hug on a plate that makes every bite unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb scallops (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta: Boil water in a large pot, add salt, then cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. Sauté garlic and scallops: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Place scallops in the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown; flip to cook the other side.
- 3. Add white wine and lemon juice: Pour in white wine and lemon juice; let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- 4. Toss pasta: Add drained pasta to the skillet with scallops; toss gently to coat in the sauce. Sprinkle with parsley, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired.
- 5. Serve immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg