PESTO VERMICELLI WITH SCALLOPS

Pesto Vermicelli with Scallops image

Enjoy a seafood dinner that tastes special but is so easy to make thanks to pesto prepared in advance. -Marilyn Lustgarten, Wentzville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked vermicelli
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound bay scallops
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
1/3 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

Cook vermicelli according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter, garlic powder, oregano and pepper over medium heat. Add scallops and wine; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes or until scallops are firm and opaque. , Reduce heat to low. Stir in pesto; heat through. Drain vermicelli; add to skillet. Toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 780mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.