Pasta with Pesto and Scallops
This meal combines pasta with a pesto sauce. It has scallops and a mix of vegetables.
The scallops cook with white wine and lemon juice. This adds a sharp taste to the meal.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 12, 2026Share
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This meal combines pasta with a pesto sauce. It has scallops and a mix of vegetables.
The scallops cook with white wine and lemon juice. This adds a sharp taste to the meal.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 14
16 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
0.25 cup pesto
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons olive oil
0.5 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
0.5 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons dry white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 pound scallops
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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1
Boil the fettuccine in salted water until it is almost soft. Drain the pasta. Mix in the pesto and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
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Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan. Cook the onion and garlic until they are soft. Add the bell pepper and mushrooms. Cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the white wine, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Add scallops and toss for 2 minutes.
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Combine the pasta and the scallop sauce. Top the dish with Parmesan cheese. Serve it right away.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 5
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 610 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 23g
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Saturated Fat 4g
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Cholesterol 36mg
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Sodium 279mg
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Total Carbohydrate 72g
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Dietary Fiber 4g
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Protein 31g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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