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Delicious Scallop Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes

This Scallop Pasta with Tomatoes and Spinach in a Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce offers a delightful blend of tender scallops and vibrant veggies, perfect for a fes…

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. pasta linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 lb. sea scallops
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautĂ© for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add scallops to the skillet, cooking for about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Stir in white wine and cherry tomatoes, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Add fresh spinach and lemon zest, cooking until the spinach wilts.
  • Toss the drained pasta into the skillet, mixing well with the sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.