Garlic Scallops over Pasta

By s_curtis444

Ingredients

• 3/4 lb. sea scallops (10oz)
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. ground pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 2 shallots, chopped
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1/4 c. veggie broth or dry white wine
• 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
• cooked whole wheat pasta
• fresh grated parmesan cheese
• fresh parsley sprigs

Preparation

Step 1

Sprinkle scallops w/ s&p; toss w/ 1 clove minced garlic. Coat large nonstick skillet w/ nonstick cooking spray; heat to med-high heat. Add scallops and sear each side 3-5 mins. or till opaque. Remove from pan; keep warm.

Add oil to pan; cook shallots and remaining garlic over med-high heat 3 mins. or till tender. Stir in veggie broth and lemon juice; simmer 5 mins. Stir in chopped parsley.

To serve, spoon scallops over cooked pasta, if desired; top w/ sauce. Sprinkle w/ parmesan cheese and parsley sprigs, if desired.