SCALLOP PESTO PASTA

Scallop Pesto Pasta image

Sea scallops can range from 1/2 to 1 inch thick. To cook thicker scallops more quickly, cut them in half horizontally.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound sea scallops
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper; add scallops and shake to coat. , In a large skillet, cook scallops in butter for 2-1/2 to 3 minutes on each side or until opaque. Drain pasta; toss with pesto. Serve with scallops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 807mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.