Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes

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This scallop pasta recipe with tomatoes, garlic, and zucchini is my family's favorite summer meal!

Submitted by Lisa Stinger
Updated on August 9, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 zucchinis, diced

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1 cup chopped fresh basil

  • 4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 pound bay scallops

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.

  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet; stir in garlic and cook until tender. Add zucchini, salt, and red pepper flakes; sauté for 10 minutes. Stir in chopped tomatoes, bay scallops, and fresh basil; simmer for 5 minutes, or until scallops are opaque.

  3. Pour sauce over cooked pasta and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

335 Calories
9g Fat
46g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 335
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 266mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 17%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 19g 37%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 61mg 5%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 515mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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