Scallop Pasta with Lemon & Herbs
Ingredients
- 8 ozlinguine noodles or other long noodles
gluten-free or legume pasta if desired
- 1 lbsea scallops
- kosher salt
- 2 tbspneutral oil
- 4 tbspsalted butter
- zest of 1 lemon
- 2garlic cloves
- 2 tbspfresh herbs
tarragon, thyme, parsley, etc
- ½ cmilk
- 1 handfulbaby greens
spinach or kale
- ¼ tspkosher salt
plus more
- fresh ground black pepper
- grated parmesan cheese
for the garnish
Directions
- 1
Thaw the scallops if they are frozen.
- 2
Bring a pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until just al dente, usually about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the pasta, adding a drizzle of olive oil if it finishes before the sauce.
- 3
In a shallow dish, combine 4 cups of room temperature water with 2 tablespoons of kosher salt. Soak the scallops for 10 minutes in this mixture.
- 4
Thoroughly dry the scallops after removing them from the saltwater. Season with a few pinches of kosher salt. Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. If using a medium skillet, cook the scallops in batches. Once hot, add the scallops and fry without flipping for 2 to 3 minutes until they form a brown crust on one side.
- 5
Flip the scallops using tongs and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the other side is crusted and the center is nearly opaque. Transfer to a plate and turn off the heat.
- 6
Reduce heat to low, add the butter, and allow it to melt. Stir in the lemon zest, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Scrape any browned bits from the pan for added flavor. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring the garlic doesn’t brown.
- 7
Pour in the milk, then add the cooked pasta, kosher salt, and greens. Raise the heat to medium and cook until the greens are wilted. Return the scallops to the skillet to warm them up, adding plenty of freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Scallop Pasta with Lemon & Herbs
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About this Recipe
Indulge in Delicious Scallop Pasta with Lemon & Herbs
Looking for an easy seafood dish that delivers incredible flavor without hours in the kitchen? This Scallop Pasta with Lemon & Herbs is your answer! It's a truly delightful and quick dinner that combines tender, succulent scallops with bright lemon zest and aromatic fresh herbs, creating a harmonious and flavorful dinner that's perfect for any night of the week.
Our homemade scallop recipe is designed for simplicity, making it accessible even for novice cooks. The beauty of this lemon herb pasta lies in its fresh ingredients and straightforward preparation. We start by perfectly searing sea scallops to create that beautiful golden crust, locking in their natural sweetness. Then, a light, luscious sauce comes together with butter, minced garlic, a hint of milk, and the vibrant zest of lemon, all infused with your choice of fresh herbs like tarragon, thyme, or parsley. Tossing it with linguine noodles and a handful of baby greens makes this a truly satisfying and surprisingly healthy meal.
This simple pasta dish is not just about convenience; it's about celebrating fresh flavors. The acidity of the lemon cuts through the richness of the butter and scallops, while the herbs add an earthy, fragrant note that elevates every bite. It’s a sophisticated yet incredibly easy weeknight meal that feels special. Serve your linguine with scallops alongside a crisp green salad or some crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that incredible lemon-herb sauce. Prepare to impress yourself and your family with this irresistible skillet meal!