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Shrimp & Scallop Pasta With Veggies

Shrimp & Scallop Pasta With Veggies for a Healthy Dinner Delight

This Shrimp & Scallop Pasta With Veggies is a delicious, quick dish that elevates weeknight dinners with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces spaghetti gluten-free option available
For the Seafood
  • 1 pound shrimp sweet and succulent
  • 1 pound scallops for a gourmet touch
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes ripe and juicy
  • 5 ounces baby spinach can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin for best flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced, adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust based on spice tolerance
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Serving
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan optional, can omit for dairy-free version

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Thaw and Pat the seafood dry to ensure a perfect sear.
  2. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserve pasta water, then drain.
  3. Sear the scallops in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown and opaque, then set aside.
  4. Cook the shrimp in the same skillet until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside with scallops.
  5. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet until fragrant.
  6. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until bursting and soft.
  7. Incorporate spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Combine cooked pasta with sautéed vegetables and seafood, adding lemon juice and zest.
  9. Adjust seasoning and serve with freshly grated Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat seafood dry before cooking for best sear. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.

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