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scallops with zucchini & sun-dried tomato linguine

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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Debbie Reid
@Sirbarney
Clearwater, FL

I created this recipe years ago for a Buitoni contest and it is one of my all-time favorite recipes. And I am not saying that because it won! It combines fresh pasta, scallops, zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, basil, and lemon. Not only is it delicious, but it is colorful and beautiful on the plate, making an elegant presentation.

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Debbie knocked it out of the park with this recipe! There are so many flavors in the sauce and zucchini, I could eat that alone. The scallops on top make this a very impressive dinner.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(1 rating)
yield 2 serving(s)
method Stove Top

Ingredients For scallops with zucchini & sun-dried tomato linguine

  • 6 oz
    packaged fresh linguine
  • 1/3 lb
    fresh scallops
  • 1/2 tsp
    Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper
  • 1
    zucchini
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter, divided
  • 3 Tbsp
    olive oil, divided
  • 1 sm
    shallot, minced
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/3 c
    minced sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained well
  • 1/2 tsp
    Meyer lemon zest
  • 2 tsp
    Meyer lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 c
    finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp
    oil from jar of sun-dried tomatoes
  • additional lemon wedges, fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

How To Make scallops with zucchini & sun-dried tomato linguine

  • 1
    Prepare linguine according to package directions; set aside.
  • 2
    Pat dry the scallops. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • 3
    Cut the zucchini in half widthwise. Using a potato peeler, peel zucchini into thin strips, then cut the strips in half lengthwise; set aside.
  • 4
    Heat 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the shallot and garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add in the zucchini and sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1 minute. Lower heat to low.
  • 5
    Add in the linguine, lemon zest, lemon juice, basil, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomato oil, and 1 tablespoon butter; mix to combine. keep warm over low heat.
  • 6
    Meanwhile, heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon oil. When heated, add in the scallops and cook until golden brown, approximately 2 - 3 minutes. Turn scallops over and cook the second side in the same manner.
  • 7
    Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the linguine; toss to coat.
  • 8
    To serve, place linguine onto a serving platter, making a small well in the center of the pasta. Place the scallops into the center of the pasta. Garnish with additional fresh basil, lemon wedges, and Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
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