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Buttery Garlic Scallop Pasta

Indulgent Buttery Garlic Scallop Pasta

Buttery Garlic Scallop Pasta is a luxurious yet simple dish, ready in just 20 minutes to impress your loved ones.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta

  • 12 ounces Spaghetti or Linguine These pasta types hold sauce beautifully.

For the Scallops

  • 1 pound Fresh Scallops Choose plump, translucent scallops.

For the Sauce

  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic adds flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

For the Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, to sprinkle before serving.

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add your spaghetti or linguine. Cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, reserving some of that starchy cooking water before draining.
  • Prepare Sauce Base: While the pasta cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Sear the Scallops: Pat fresh scallops dry, season with salt and pepper, then place in the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Toss Everything Together: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with a splash of reserved pasta water and squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Toss gently.
  • Final Touches: Stir in chopped parsley, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot with additional herbs on top.

Notes

For a truly indulgent experience, serve with a side of garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Garlic, gourmet, Pasta, Quick Dinner, scallops, Seafood
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