Basil Pan-Seared Scallops over Pasta

Basil Pan-Seared Scallops over Pasta

Recipe by Grace from allrecipes.com

30 Mins.

Ingredients

8

8 servings

  • 1 (16 ounce) box farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
  • 24 scallops, rinsed and drained
  • 0.75 cup olive oil, divided
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice
  • 1.5 teaspoons dried garlic flakes, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons dried basil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon whipped butter
  • 0.5 cup whipped butter

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place scallops into a large bowl.
  • Mix 1/4 cup oil, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined; pour mixture over scallops and stir to coat. Transfer seasoned scallops to a large baking dish or plate; arrange in a single layer. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon dried basil over top side of scallops.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place 1/2 of the scallops, basil-side down, into the melted butter; cook until dark golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cook remaining scallops in the skillet.
  • Heat remaining 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup oil, 1 tablespoon basil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan over medium heat until butter melts, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and return to the pot. Pour hot butter sauce over top and toss to combine. Divide pasta onto plates and top with scallops.

Nutritional Facts

Per 8 servings

  • Calories: 522
  • Carbohydrate: 46g
  • Fat: 31g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Sugar: 1g

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