PASTA SALAD WITH SCALLOPS

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In the hot summer months here in Florida, I am always looking for something cold to serve! This recipe fits the bill, but is still filling.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

10 oz bay scallops
2 Tbsp butter, melted
6 oz small shell macaroni, uncooked
11 oz can mandarin oranges
1 c garbanzo beans (canned)
6 oz package frozen snow pea pods, thawed
2 Tbsp green onions, finely chopped
1/4 c vegetable oil
1/4 c white wine vinegar
1 tsp grated orange rind
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1 dash(es) ground red pepper
1/3 c sunflower kernels, toasted
lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Sautte scallops in butter in a large skillet over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes or until the scallops are opaque. Drain and set aside.
  • 2. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain. Rinse with cold water, and drain well.
  • 3. Combine the reserved scallops, macaroni, oranges, garbanzo beans, snow peas, and green onions in a large bowl.
  • 4. Combine the oil and the next 5 ingredients in a glass jar. Shake well until combined. Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture. Toss gently.
  • 5. Cover and chill. Serve on lettuce leaves. Sprinkle with the sunflower kernels.

Sajjad Mollah
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat scallops.


DianaLovesBagelss
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The lemon zest in the dressing really brightens up the flavors in this pasta salad.


Wasim Bhutta
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I love the pop of color that the peas add to this pasta salad.


Bint Brek
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Olatunde Mahamudu
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. I'm really proud of how it turned out!


Lubega Ronard
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover scallops. It's also a great dish to bring to a potluck.


rayon ellis
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Harold Polhill
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! I highly recommend it.


Manish Manish
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I loved this pasta salad! The dressing is so good that it made me forget all about the scallops.


Yaseen
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I substituted shrimp for the scallops and it turned out great! This recipe is very versatile.


Gianna
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Qamar Aslam Faridi
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I wasn't sure about the combination of scallops and pasta, but it totally works! The flavors complement each other perfectly.


Andy Ronquillo
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The dressing for this pasta salad is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and sour.


MKF NAZAQAT
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Teonna Mcclain
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This pasta salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the scallops add a nice touch of elegance.


RANISH MAHARJAN
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Just cooked this recipe and it was a hit! The scallops were perfectly cooked and the dressing was light and flavorful. Will definitely be making this again!