Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our creamy lemon spinach pasta with scallops and shrimp, a delectable dish that tantalizes the taste buds with every bite. This exquisite pasta dish features tender scallops and succulent shrimp, perfectly cooked and bathed in a luscious creamy lemon sauce. The vibrant green spinach adds a pop of color and a boost of nutrients, while the tangy lemon zest and juice provide a refreshing brightness that cuts through the richness of the sauce. Served over a bed of al dente pasta, this dish is a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving for more. In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations for those with dietary restrictions, including a vegetarian version that swaps out the seafood for roasted portobello mushrooms and a gluten-free option that uses chickpea pasta. Whichever way you choose to prepare it, this creamy lemon spinach pasta is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or family gathering.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY TUSCAN SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Rinse scallops and shrimp and pat dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook scallops first - Cook scallops on each side for approximately 2-1/2 minutes, or until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Add more olive oil to the skillet if necessary and cook shrimp - Cook for about 1-1/2 minutes on each side or until shrimp have just turned pink on both sides. Transfer to the plate with the cooked scallops and set aside.
- Add garlic to skillet and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly (about 30 seconds).
- Add broth, cream, sun dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 3-4 minutes. Add spinach and continue to simmer until spinach is wilted and sauce is slightly thickened (about 1-2 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Return shrimp and scallops to skillet and serve topped with cream sauce.
- Optional: serve over cooked pasta, if desired.
SAUTEED SCALLOPS & SHRIMP PASTA
I created this tempting seafood pasta for my wife. It's a terrific meal served with crusty sourdough. If you don't like spice, skip the red pepper flakes. -George Levinthal, Goleta, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pat shrimp and scallops dry; sprinkle with seafood seasoning., In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms about 3 minutes. Add peas; cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes. Remove. Add shallots and 1 tablespoon butter; cook and stir until starting to soften, 1-2 minutes. Stir in wine; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until ready to serve., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Return pasta to pan. Over low heat, stir in 1/4 cup parsley, garlic, pepper flakes, salt, mushroom mixture and remaining butter, adding enough reserved pasta water to moisten., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops and shrimp; sear until scallops are golden brown and firm and shrimp turn pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Combine with pasta and sauce; sprinkle with remaining parsley., ,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 733 calories, Fat 35g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 210mg cholesterol, Sodium 1263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 47g protein.
SCALLOPS AND SPINACH OVER PASTA
Steps:
- 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.
- In a medium skillet, saute spinach in olive oil until heated through. Add lemon juice, garlic powder and water.
- Add scallops and cook for 3 minutes or until done. Be careful not to overcook. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place strained spaghetti in dish and place the scallops and sauce on top. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 227.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CREAMY LEMON PASTA WITH SHRIMP
Make and share this Creamy Lemon Pasta With Shrimp recipe from Food.com.
Provided by vs421021
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil 4 cups of salted water.
- While water is boiling, in a large skillet, heat oil. Add shrimp (as many as will fit in pan in a single layer) and cook on both sides until shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove to a small plate and continue to cook additional shrimp until all are cooked.
- Add pasta to boiling water and cook for 8-12 minutes or until done.
- During last few minutes of pasta cooking, add heavy cream, lemon zest, salt & pepper to small saucepan and heat over medium heat until it just begins to boil. (around 2 minutes).
- Drain pasta and return to pan. Add sauce and reserved lemon juice and toss/stir continually over medium heat for around 2 minutes until pasta has absorbed sauce. Add cooked shrimp and stir to combine.
- Add salt/pepper to taste. Top with parsley & serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 844.2, Fat 37.1, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 299.4, Sodium 893.5, Carbohydrate 88.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 37.1
LEMON PASTA WITH SPINACH
Healthy spinach, garlic and lemon combine to coat angel hair pasta for a lovely side that'll freshen any meal. -Charlene Anderson, Bonney Lake, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender. Add the spinach, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh seafood. If frozen seafood is used, thaw it completely before cooking.
- Use a large skillet to cook the seafood and spinach. This will prevent overcrowding and ensure that the food cooks evenly.
- Do not overcook the seafood. Overcooked seafood will become tough and chewy.
- The lemon-herb sauce is the key to this dish. Be sure to use fresh lemon juice and herbs for the best flavor.
- Serve the pasta immediately after it is cooked. This will prevent the pasta from becoming sticky.
Conclusion:
Creamy lemon spinach pasta with scallops and shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. The combination of creamy lemon sauce, tender seafood, and fresh spinach is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.
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