Scallops with Pesto Cream Sauce

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This delicious scallop dish only takes a few minutes to make and is to die for. Serve the scallops as they are or with some crusty bread, rice, or pasta.

Submitted by Natasha Titanova
Updated on July 17, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound scallops

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 tablespoon pesto

  • 1 tablespoon capers

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

  1. Season scallops with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.

  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and add scallops. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side. Add pesto and capers; mix well. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and serve.

    close up view of Scallops with Pesto Cream Sauce garnished with fresh herbs on a white plate
    Allrecipes Magazine

From the Editor

The Allrecipes magazine version of this recipe uses 1 tablespoon flour, 2 tablespoons pesto, and 2 tablespoons capers.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

389 Calories
31g Fat
5g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 389
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 39%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 430mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 23g 46%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 171mg 13%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 484mg 10%

* 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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