Scallops and spinach with parmesan sauce is an elegant and delicious dish that is perfect for a special occasion meal. The delicate flavor of the scallops is perfectly complemented by the creamy and cheesy sauce, and the spinach adds a touch of green to the dish. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it is also relatively easy to make.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PARMESAN SCALLOPS WITH SPINACH ALFREDO
Make and share this Parmesan Scallops With Spinach Alfredo recipe from Food.com.
Provided by chris_tam
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare sauce mix according to package directions using the fat free milk. Coat Dutch oven with cooking spray. Place over medium high heat until hot.
- Add mushrooms and saute for 5 minutes. Add spinach and saute until slightly wilted. Remove from heat and stir in Alfredo sauce.
- Combine cheese and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Dredge scallops to pan cooking spray side down cook 3 minutes. Spray top side of scallops with cooking spray turn them over and cook 2 minutes. Top spinach mixture with scallops and serve.
SCALLOPS AND SPINACH WITH PARMESAN SAUCE
Delicious! The spinach wilts as the sauce is drizzled over. The hot/cold mix makes a nice texture. Changed to our tastes from B H & G.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Divide spinach among four individual plates.
- Arrange tomatoes on top of spinach, set aside.
- Arrange scallops on the unheated rack of a broiler pan, set aside.
- Melt butter or margarine in a small saucepan, stir in garlic and pepper.
- Remove from heat.
- Brush half of the butter mixture on scallops.
- Broil scallops 4 inches from heat for 8 minutes or till opaque, turning once.
- It desired, for easier turning, thread scallops on metal skewers before broiling.
- Meanwhile, return saucepan to heat, whisk flour into remaining butter mixture.
- Add half and half or light cream and cheese, cook and stir till thickened and bubbly.
- Cook and stir for 1 minute more.
- Arrange scallops on top of tomatoes and spinach on plates, drizzle with sauce.
- Serve at once.
SCALLOPS WITH WILTED SPINACH
Two of my favorite foods are bacon and seafood. In this dish, I get them together with white wine, shallots and baby spinach. Serve with bread to soak up the tasty broth. -Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons. Wipe skillet clean if necessary., Pat scallops dry with paper towels. In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon drippings over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook until golden brown and firm, 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from pan; keep warm., Heat remaining drippings in same pan over medium-high heat. Add shallots; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Add wine; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Add spinach; cook and stir until wilted, 1-2 minutes. Stir in bacon. Serve with scallops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 964mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
SCALLOPS AND SPINACH OVER PASTA
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a medium skillet, saute spinach in olive oil until heated through. Add lemon juice, garlic powder and water.
- Add scallops and cook for 3 minutes or until done. Be careful not to overcook. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place strained spaghetti in dish and place the scallops and sauce on top. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 227.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
SCALLOPS AND SPINACH FETTUCCINE WITH RED BELL PEPPER CREAM SAUCE
Steps:
- Whisk first 7 ingredients in large bowl. Mix in scallops. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Cook fettuccine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove scallops from marinade. Add to skillet and cook just until opaque in center, about 1 minute per side. Bring Red Bell Pepper Cream Sauce to simmer in another large skillet. Add fettuccine to Red Bell Pepper Cream Sauce and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl. Arrange scallops atop pasta. Drizzle any pan juices over scallops. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
NEW YEAR SPINACH FETTUCCINE WITH SCALLOPS
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil and add spinach and salt and pepper to taste. Saute spinach for 5 to 7 minutes or until wilted and no longer watery. Remove spinach from skillet and toss with pasta; transfer and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, heat 2 more tablespoons of oil and add scallops and 2 cloves of sliced garlic. Cook scallops for 1 to 2 minutes or until they appear opaque. Add scallops and garlic to fettuccine and spinach mix; transfer and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add 2 more cloves of sliced garlic and saute until golden. Add mushrooms, soup and white wine to skillet. Stir over medium heat for 8 minutes or until warm. Pour over fettuccine and spinach and add ground black pepper to taste; serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 956.1 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
- Choose Fresh Scallops: Look for scallops that are plump and have a slightly briny smell. Avoid scallops that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
- Sear the Scallops Properly: To get a nice sear on your scallops, make sure your skillet is hot before adding them. Don't overcrowd the pan, as this will prevent the scallops from searing properly.
- Don't Overcook the Scallops: Scallops are very delicate and cook quickly. Overcooking them will make them tough and rubbery. Cook them for just a few minutes per side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Use High-Quality Parmesan Cheese: The quality of the Parmesan cheese you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the sauce. Look for a Parmesan cheese that is aged for at least 12 months.
- Serve Immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The scallops will start to toughen up if they sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Scallops and Spinach with Parmesan Sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are seared to perfection and the Parmesan sauce is rich and flavorful. The spinach adds a touch of color and nutrition to the dish. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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