PASTA SALAD WITH SCALLOPS

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In the hot summer months here in Florida, I am always looking for something cold to serve! This recipe fits the bill, but is still filling.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 oz bay scallops
2 Tbsp butter, melted
6 oz small shell macaroni, uncooked
11 oz can mandarin oranges
1 c garbanzo beans (canned)
6 oz package frozen snow pea pods, thawed
2 Tbsp green onions, finely chopped
1/4 c vegetable oil
1/4 c white wine vinegar
1 tsp grated orange rind
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1 dash(es) ground red pepper
1/3 c sunflower kernels, toasted
lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Sautte scallops in butter in a large skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes or until the scallops are opaque. Drain and set aside.
  • 2. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain. Rinse with cold water, and drain well.
  • 3. Combine the reserved scallops, macaroni, oranges, garbanzo beans, snow peas, and green onions in a large bowl.
  • 4. Combine the oil and the next 5 ingredients in a glass jar. Shake well until combined. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture. Toss gently.
  • 5. Cover and chill. Serve on lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with the sunflower kernels.

Debbie Victorino
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This pasta salad sounds boring.


Tagir Khan
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I don't think I'd like this pasta salad.


Awas Malik
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This pasta salad looks a little too complicated for me.


A j BUTT
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I'm not sure about the combination of scallops and pasta, but I'm willing to try it.


Naem Ahmod
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat seafood.


Kashif Mughal
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I'm going to make this pasta salad for my next picnic.


Ssggf Ssggffdf
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I'm curious to try this pasta salad with different types of pasta.


WLL KARMA
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This pasta salad sounds like the perfect summer dish.


Ansar Amanat
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I love the combination of scallops and pasta.


Nkoobe Saleh
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one looks like a keeper.


Mashibai Caves
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This pasta salad looks so good! I can't wait to try it.


Rojina Thakuri
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I'm definitely going to try this pasta salad next time I have a party.


Jill Ravusiro
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover scallops.


Leg It
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I loved this pasta salad.


Amelia Cat
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5 stars! This pasta salad is delicious and easy to make.


African Storyteller Aoiri_Obaigbo_Aospheric
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This pasta salad is light and refreshing, perfect for a summer meal.


JAX BOOM
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind. The scallops add a nice briny flavor.


Rahman Kamboh
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Scallops and pasta? I never would have thought to put these two together, but it works so well!


Nox Cooley
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! I love how easy it is to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.