Best 5 Sauteed Scallops Over Spaghetti Squash Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey that blends the delicate flavors of scallops with the wholesome goodness of spaghetti squash. Our sautéed scallops recipe takes you on a tantalizing adventure, where succulent scallops are expertly seared to perfection, delivering a burst of briny sweetness in every bite. We pair these tender morsels with spaghetti squash, a low-carb alternative to pasta, roasted to bring out its natural sweetness and tender texture. The result is a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

In addition to our main recipe, we offer a delectable array of variations to suit every palate and dietary preference. For those who love a touch of spice, our spicy scallops with spaghetti squash recipe amps up the heat with a zesty blend of chili flakes, paprika, and cayenne pepper. If you're watching your calories, our lightened-up scallops with spaghetti squash features a flavorful broth made with white wine, lemon juice, and herbs, resulting in a lighter yet equally satisfying dish. And for vegetarians, our tofu with spaghetti squash recipe provides a plant-based alternative that's packed with protein and flavor.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary desires, our sautéed scallops over spaghetti squash recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and embark on a culinary exploration that celebrates the beauty of fresh seafood and wholesome vegetables.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LOW CARB SEARED SCALLOPS AND SPAGHETTI SQUASH RECIPE



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A restaurant quality spaghetti squash recipe with seared scallops that looks and sounds fancy, but is so easy to make! From stove top to table top in 30 minutes!

Provided by Jordan

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb U-10 scallops
1 large spaghetti squash
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup maitake mushrooms*
2 cups baby spinach
1/4 cup panko
1/4 cup half and half
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lemon, (juice)
1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
1/2 tbsp minced garlic
1/2 tbsp dried thyme
1/2 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp unbleached flour
1/4 cup white cooking wine
butter
olive oil

Steps:

  • Prepare the ingredients: cook the spaghetti squash (this post will give you step by step instructions), slice the tomatoes in half, and pull apart each mushroom "leaf". This article does a great job of explaining how to prepare maitake mushrooms.
  • Heat a non-stick pan with 1 tbsp of olive oil on medium-high heat. Add the panko and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until lightly browned. Set aside.
  • Melt 2 tbsps butter, garlic, white cooking wine, and lemon juice in a small sauce pan on medium-low heat, then slowly whisk in half and half, thyme, oregano, and flour. Stir constantly until fully combined and sauce has thickened. Then remove from heat and sprinkle in 1 tbsp of grated parmesan cheese, return the sauce to the burner and simmer until ready to use.
  • Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel.
  • Heat 1 tbsp of butter and 1/2 tbsp of olive oil in a large non-stick pan on high heat.
  • Add scallops to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd. Sear for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and finish searing for and additional minute. Immediately remove scallops from pan and transfer to a plate.
  • Using the same pan you cooked the scallops in, sauté the mushrooms with 1 tbsp of olive oil for 2-3 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the spaghetti squash, tomatoes, and spinach to the pan with the mushrooms and slowly mix in the cream sauce. Adjust the amount of cream sauce added to your liking.
  • Transfer scallops back to pan and garnish with toasted panko, parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 433 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SAUTEED SCALLOPS OVER SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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Scallops, sauteed with leeks and shallots, rest on a bed of spaghetti squash.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1-pound spaghetti squash, cut in half lengthwise and seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for baking pan
4 leeks, white and light-green parts only, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 medium shallots, peeled and thinly sliced lengthwise
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
10 large sea scallops, muscles removed, sliced in half
Salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
1 bunch minced chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Place squash, cut-sides down, on an oiled baking pan. Cook until easily pierced with a knife tip, about 45 minutes. Using a fork, separate the flesh into strands, and transfer to a bowl; cover.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Cook leeks and shallots, stirring, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Place flour in a small bowl; dredge scallops. Return pan to heat; add remaining tablespoon oil. Cook half of scallops until golden, about 3 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper. Cook remaining scallops.
  • Increase heat to medium high; add wine or 3/4 cup water. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up any brown bits on bottom of pan. Cook until liquid has reduced by half. Slowly whisk in the butter until sauce begins to thicken, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the squash and the leek mixture among four dinner plates; top with scallops. Drizzle with sauce, and garnish with chives. Serve.

SAUTEED SCALLOPS



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A very simple recipe for how delicious it is! Just crush the garlic with the side of a chef's knife blade instead of chopping it, and using whole sprigs of rosemary allows them to be easily removed before serving.

Provided by Pati

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup butter
2 cloves crushed garlic
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 pound scallops

Steps:

  • In a medium size saucepan melt butter over medium-high heat. Add crushed garlic and whole sprigs of rosemary to the saucepan. Add scallops, cook for 2 minutes on each side (or until desired consistency). Remove the garlic and rosemary from pan. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Cholesterol 135.9 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 529.6 mg

WILD CAUGHT SEA SCALLOPS WITH SPAGHETTI SQUASH



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The idea of al dente perfectly seasoned roasted squash together with plump Sea Scallops topped with a tomato basil sauce will have you forgetting there is not a starch in the recipe.

Provided by preynolds

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 14 ounces, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ounces spaghetti squash, cooked
8 ounces sea scallops
2 teaspoons seasoned rice flour
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 ounces crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh basil, chiffiande
to taste kosher salt
to taste black pepper
garnish with pecorino romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 425 degrees. cut squash in half the long way. place squash, flat side down, on a pan sprayed sheet pan with kosher salt. Add 1/2 cup water and place in over for 40-50 minutes.
  • create sauce by heating olive oil in sauce pot, until just smoking, add garlic and "toast", saute until golden brown.
  • add crushed tomatoes and simmer around 10-15 minutes. season with salt, pepper and fresh basil.
  • Pan sear seasoned rice flour dusted, scallops in a pan with scant amount of oil. Sear for approx, 1 minute on each side.
  • Deglaze wtih 2 T of lemon juice.
  • Remove from pan and add 1/2 cup tomato sacue to pull flavors from pan. add back into the sauce pot of tomato sauce.
  • Remove squash from oven. allow to cool until you are able to handle. using a fork scrap spaghetti squash into a bowl. fluff by using two forks, by pulling apart strands.
  • reheat by sauteing breifly in a heated pan.
  • to plate you will place a nest of squash in the center of the plate. place 6 scallops falling off the nest and top with 1/2 cup or so of tomato basil sauce.
  • sprinkle with fresh grated cheese, optional.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 75.4, Sodium 580.3, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 40.8

PASTA WITH SCALLOPS, ZUCCHINI, AND TOMATOES



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My family's favorite summer meal!

Provided by Lisa Stinger

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet heat oil, add garlic and cook until tender. Add the zucchini, salt, red pepper flakes, dried basil (if using) and saute for 10 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes, bay scallops, and fresh basil (if using) and simmer for 5 minutes, or until scallops are opaque.
  • Pour sauce over cooked pasta and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 19.8 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 265.8 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality scallops: Look for scallops that are plump and have a translucent, slightly iridescent appearance. Avoid scallops that are shriveled or have a milky or opaque color.
  • Pat the scallops dry before cooking: This will help them to sear evenly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Season the scallops simply with salt and pepper: This will allow the natural flavor of the scallops to shine through.
  • Sear the scallops over high heat: This will create a beautiful golden brown crust on the outside while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan: This will prevent the scallops from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the scallops for only a few minutes per side: Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
  • Serve the scallops immediately: They are best enjoyed hot off the pan.

Conclusion:

Sautéed scallops are a delicious and elegant dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are also a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients. When served over spaghetti squash, they make a complete and satisfying meal. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy seafood dish, give sautéed scallops a try. You won't be disappointed!

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