Savory Sea Scallops and Angel Hair Pasta
Savory Sea Scallops and Angel Hair Pasta pairs tender, just-set scallops with delicate strands of angel hair in a bright lemon-butter sauce. Fresh basil and parsley lift the dish, while a splash of cream (optional) adds a lightly silky texture and Parmesan finishes with a gentle savor. Ideal for a weeknight dinner that still feels elegant and fresh.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add angel hair pasta and cook, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes or until slightly firm; drain.
- 2
While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook just until fragrant and softened, about 1 minute.
- 3
Slice any scallops thicker than 3/4 inch in half so they cook evenly.
- 4
Stir the scallops, basil, and parsley into the skillet. Cook and gently stir just until the scallops feel slightly firm when pressed with a finger, about 2 to 3 minutes. Scallops will turn tough and chewy if overcooked.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low; stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Pour in cream if you prefer a thicker sauce and cook just until the sauce begins to simmer.
- 6
Ladle the scallops and sauce over the hot pasta and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
- Calories 616.72 kcal High
- Protein 36.69 g Good Source
- Carbs 74.95 g Moderate
- Total Fat 18.01 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.7 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 94.66 mg High
- Sodium 238.09 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.83 g Moderate
- Sugar 2.79 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 56.6 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.06 mg Moderate
- Potassium 34.24 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 50.03 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.08 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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