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Shrimp & Scallop Pasta With Veggies

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A fresh and elegant seafood pasta made with tender shrimp, golden scallops, colorful vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta tossed in a light buttery lemon sauce. This comforting yet restaurant-quality dish is quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 portions
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound sea scallops
  • 12 ounces pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Season the shrimp and scallops with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Sear the scallops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove from the skillet.
  5. Cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes until pink and tender, then set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  7. Add the bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, cooking until slightly tender.
  8. Stir in the butter, lemon juice, spinach, and red pepper flakes until the spinach wilts.
  9. Return the shrimp and scallops to the skillet and toss gently.
  10. Add the cooked pasta and mix until evenly coated with the sauce.
  11. Top with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Asparagus, mushrooms, or broccoli can replace zucchini for different vegetable variations.
  • Add heavy cream or Alfredo sauce for a creamier pasta dish.
  • Whole wheat pasta or zucchini noodles make lighter alternatives.
  • Cajun seasoning or extra red pepper flakes add more spice.
  • Frozen seafood works well after proper thawing.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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