Scallops with Pesto has to be one of my favourites. The soft delicate pan fried scallops dotted with pesto and cream combination that is ideal. Served on a bed of pasta, I use fusilli, for a main dish for lunch and/or dinner.
Scallops with Pesto
Fast recipe that is truly divine. A lovely light snack or starter.
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Servings: 4 people
Calories: 347kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 lbs sea scallops patted dry
- 1/3 cup pesto sauce
- 2 tbsp heavy cream whipping cream – same quantity
- 500 g Fusilli
Instructions
- cook the pasta according to the packets instructions
- once the pasta is cooked, drain and keep put a lid on the pan to keep warm
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the scallops 4 minutes or until golden and barely opaque in centers.
- Once cooked, move to a warm plate.
- Remove skillet from heat, add pesto and cream and stir quickly to blend.
- Spoon the sauce onto fusili and top with the scallops.
Notes
Add asparagus and or peas to the recipe for a different texture. Easy and gorgeous.
Nutrition
Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 601mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.2g