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fettuccine
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lemon parmesan pasta
27 April 2025

Creamy Fettuccine with Scallops

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

Creamy Fettuccine with Scallops Image

A light yet satisfying creamy fettuccine tossed with seared scallops, peas, and a lemony Parmesan sauce.

Creamy Fettuccine with Scallops

Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM

A light yet satisfying creamy fettuccine tossed with seared scallops, peas, and a lemony Parmesan sauce.

Creamy Fettuccine with Scallops image
fettuccine
scallops
creamy pasta
healthy seafood pasta
lemon parmesan pasta
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
5

Chef's Tips

  • Pat the scallops dry before searing to get a nice golden crust.

  • Use the lowest sodium clam juice to keep the sauce from becoming too salty.

  • Add a touch more lemon juice if you prefer a brighter flavor.

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Ingredients

USMetric

Pasta

Scallops

Sauce

Vegetables and Flavorings

Instructions

Prepare Pasta

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Cook fettuccine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.

Cook Scallops

  1. 1

    Dry scallops with a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.

  2. 2

    Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high.

  3. 3

    Sear scallops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and reserve.

Make Sauce

  1. 1

    Add clam juice to the same skillet.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, whisk together milk, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until smooth.

  3. 3

    Pour milk mixture into the pan and whisk with clam juice.

  4. 4

    Simmer and stir constantly until sauce thickens, about 1–2 minutes.

Assemble

  1. 1

    Add scallops and peas to the sauce and bring to a simmer.

  2. 2

    Stir in fettuccine, chives, lemon zest, lemon juice, and most of the Parmesan.

  3. 3

    Remove from heat and top with remaining Parmesan. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion

Calories 402
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g6%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 35mg12%
Sodium 470mg20%
Total Carbohydrates 56g20%
Dietary Fiber 6g21%
Sugars 5g
Protein 31g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.