Pan-Seared Scallops with Tomato, Olives, and Fresh Basil

This Italian-inspired dish is full of flavor. Use whole grain or multigrain fettuccine to make it a healthier option.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds fresh or frozen sea scallops

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • ½ cup dry red wine

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

  • ¼ cup kalamata olives, pitted and quartered

  • 6 ounces packaged dried whole grain or multigrain fettuccine, cooked according to package directions

  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil

Directions

  1. To prepare the scallops: Thaw scallops, if frozen. Rinse scallops; pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle scallops with the pepper; set aside. Set aside half of the diced tomatoes. In a blender or food processor, combine the remaining diced tomatoes and the juice from the can. Cover and blend or process until smooth; set aside.

  2. Preheat a very large skillet over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add oil to hot skillet; swirl to lightly coat skillet. Add scallops to hot skillet; cook about 4 minutes or until golden brown and opaque, turning once. Transfer scallops to a warm platter; cover and keep warm.

  3. To prepare the sauce: Add wine and garlic to skillet, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from bottom of skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until wine mixture is reduced by one-third. Add the reserved diced tomatoes, the pureed tomato mixture, and the broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken slightly.

  4. Remove from heat; stir in olives. Divide hot cooked fettuccine among four shallow pasta bowls. Spoon sauce over fettuccine; toss to combine. Arrange scallops on top of fettuccine mixture. Sprinkle with basil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

356 Calories
5g Fat
42g Carbs
31g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3/4 cup pasta, 3 or 4 scallops, and 1/3 cup sauce
Calories 356
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 42g 15%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 31g 63%
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Vitamin A 520IU 10%
Vitamin C 12mg 14%
Folate 48mcg 12%
Sodium 439mg 19%
Calcium 75mg 6%
Iron 3mg 14%
Magnesium 145mg 35%
Potassium 596mg 13%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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