Seared Scallop Pesto Pasta with Pine Nuts & Roasted Tomatoes
Seared Scallop Pesto Pasta with Pine Nuts & Roasted Tomatoes is a gourmet dish that beautifully combines tender, golden-seared scallops with vibrant pesto and sweet, roasted cherry tomatoes. This visually stunning meal is not only easy to prepare but also offers an explosion of flavors in every bite, enhanced by the crunch of toasted pine nuts. Perfect for a romantic dinner or an elegant gathering, this pasta dish will surely impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh scallops
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cherry tomatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 15-20 minutes until blistered.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear seasoned scallops in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain pasta (do not rinse) and return it to the pot. Add pesto and reserved pasta water; mix until smooth.
- Toss in roasted tomatoes and scallops; serve topped with toasted pine nuts and extra olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg