How to Make Basil Pan-Seared Scallops over Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Scallops are a luxurious and elegant ingredient that can elevate any meal to a fine dining experience. Their delicate texture and sweet flavor make them a favorite for seafood lovers, and they pair perfectly with bold flavors like basil. In this recipe for Basil Pan-Seared Scallops over Pasta, we will show you how to perfectly sear scallops and combine them with a fragrant basil sauce to create a show-stopping dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) box farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
  • 24 scallops, rinsed and drained
  • ¾ cup olive oil, divided
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried garlic flakes, divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons dried basil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon whipped butter
  • ½ cup whipped butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • 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.
  • Nutrition

    522 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 453mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 42mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 253mg