Best 5 Scallops With Capers And Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of scallops prepared with capers and sun-dried tomatoes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover three unique recipes that elevate this classic combination to new heights: a simple yet elegant pan-seared scallops dish enhanced with a zesty caper and sun-dried tomato sauce, a creamy and flavorful baked scallops casserole brimming with rich flavors, and a refreshing scallops salad bursting with Mediterranean vibes. Each recipe offers a distinct experience, ensuring that every scallop aficionado finds their perfect match. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the harmony between tender scallops, tangy capers, and savory sun-dried tomatoes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SCALLOPS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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A half-hour is all you need for this delightful stir-fry from Jennifer Warzynak. The Erie, Pennsylvania cook combines scallops with broccoli, pasta and sun-dried tomatoes for the main course, and a hint of lime juice makes it a natural addition to summer menus. "It's a great, healthy way to fix scallops," she promises.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
3/4 cup hot water
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound bay scallops
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sun-dried tomatoes and hot water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain and set aside. , Place broccoli and broth in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 2-4 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add scallops; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the lime juice, basil, salt, and reserved tomatoes and broccoli mixture; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. , Drain the pasta; stir into scallop mixture and heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 585mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LINGUINE WITH SEAFOOD AND SUNDRIED TOMATOES



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A wonderful blend of seafood and citrus! The secret ingredient is the lemon peel! Thanks to my Dad, this is one of our favorites! TIP: Have all the ingredients ready and prepared so you can whip this recipe up in no time!

Provided by Star Pooley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound linguine pasta
½ cup olive oil
½ cup butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound bay scallops
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
1 (8 ounce) jar clam juice
⅓ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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 large skillet add the olive oil and butter. Heat until butter is melted. Add the garlic and saute until tender.
  • Add the scallops and shrimp. Cook until shrimp is pink, about 10 minutes. Add clam juice, salt and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes more.
  • To the cooked pasta add the tomatoes, parsley and lemon zest, toss. Pour seafood mixture over the linguini, serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 136.4 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 412.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SEA SCALLOPS WITH BROWN BUTTER, CAPERS AND LEMON



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This bright yet rich treatment for scallops came to The Times in a 2009 article about Kevin Zraly, the wine director of Windows on the World from 1976 to 2001. Mr. Zraly turned the restaurant into an international wine mecca: at the time it was destroyed, when the World Trade Center fell, its cellar held close to 100,000 bottles of 1,500 labels. Mr. Zraly and Michael Lomonaco, the chef at the restaurant (both of whom were not at work on Sept. 11 when the planes hit), worked together on hundreds of wine and food pairings throughout the years. This was Mr. Zraly's favorite of Mr. Lomonaco's creations. With it, he recommends a Puligny Montrachet, Olivier Leflaive.

Provided by Alex Witchel

Categories     easy, quick, appetizer, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 fresh sea scallops
Sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
2 tablespoons salt-packed capers, rinsed of excess salt
Juice of half a lemon
1/3 cup (packed) flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Pat scallops dry with paper towels, and season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat a large sauté pan or nonreactive skillet over medium-high heat, and add oil. After 30 seconds, add scallops; do not crowd pan, work in batches if necessary. Sauté until well browned, about 2 minutes, then turn and cook other side. When second side is dark golden, transfer scallops to a platter; cover and keep warm.
  • Return sauté pan to heat, add butter, and cook until it begins to foam and turn golden. Add shallot and capers, sauté for 1 minute, then add lemon juice (being careful to avoid sputtering butter) and chopped parsley.
  • To serve, place 3 scallops on each of 4 warmed plates. Spoon butter, shallots and capers over scallops, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 255, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 400 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PENNE WITH SHRIMP, SCALLOPS, BELL PEPPERS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Make and share this Penne With Shrimp, Scallops, Bell Peppers and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by King Lu

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil
1 red pepper, sliced
1 yellow pepper, sliced
1 orange bell pepper, sliced
1/2 lb raw shrimp, deveined, peeled
1/2 lb sea scallops, cut in half
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped, separate into two 1/4 cup piles
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon canola oil, flavoured with sun dried tomatoes
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons tomato paste, heaping
2/3 cup heavy cream (optional)
12 ounces penne pasta
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Combine and heat both oils in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add peppers and saute until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer peppers to a bowl.
  • Add sundried tomatoes, shrimp, scallops, 1/4 cup of basil, garlic and oregano to the same skillet and saute until the shrimp are just opaque in the centre, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer shrimp and scallop mixture to the bowl with peppers, cover and set aside.
  • Add broth, wine and tomato paste to same skillet.
  • Boil until sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
  • During the last minute add cream if you are using it, and let cook an extra minute or two.
  • Meanwhile cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted, oiled water until tender, but still firm to bite.
  • Drain; return pasta to same pot.
  • Add contents of bowl, sauce, remaining 1/4 cup of basil and cheese to pasta.
  • Toss over low heat until warmed through and sauce coats pasta.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy.
  • Note: If all peppers are not available any combination will do.
  • Shrimps and Scallops can be replaced with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 698.5, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 121.7, Sodium 983.1, Carbohydrate 84.8, Fiber 12.7, Sugar 4.9, Protein 39.6

SCALLOPS WITH CAPERS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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Categories     Shellfish     Tomato     Sauté     Scallop     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large garlic cloves, pressed
1 teaspoon minced lemon peel (yellow part only)
12 sea scallops
2 tablespoons minced drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
1 tablespoon drained capers
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and lemon peel and sauté 30 seconds. Add scallops and sauté until almost cooked through, turning once, about 3 minutes. Transfer scallops to bowl using slotted spoon. Add sun-dried tomatoes, capers, lemon juice and thyme to same skillet. Boil until liquid thickens, adding any accumulated juices from scallops to skillet, about 2 minutes. Add butter and whisk just until melted. Season to taste with salt. Return scallops to skillet and stir just until heated through. Transfer scallops and sauce to plates and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality scallops: Fresh, dry scallops are the best choice for this dish. Avoid scallops that are frozen or have been treated with chemicals.
  • Sear the scallops properly: Searing the scallops in hot oil creates a nice crust and helps to lock in the flavor. Be sure to sear the scallops for only 2-3 minutes per side, or they will become tough.
  • Use good quality capers and sun-dried tomatoes: The capers and sun-dried tomatoes add a lot of flavor to this dish, so be sure to use good quality ingredients. Look for capers that are small and firm, and sun-dried tomatoes that are plump and oily.
  • Don't overcook the scallops: Scallops are very delicate and can easily be overcooked. Be sure to cook them for only 2-3 minutes per side, or they will become tough.
  • Serve immediately: Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will ensure that they are hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

This recipe for scallops with capers and sun-dried tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are seared until golden brown and then simmered in a flavorful sauce made with capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and white wine. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served over rice or pasta.

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