Lemon Herb Scallops with Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Succulent scallops and plump shrimp sautéed in garlic butter and lemon, tossed with al dente pasta and fresh parsley. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs scallop, shrimp, pasta for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb scallop
- 1 lb shrimp
- 12 oz pasta
- 6 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 lemon
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 lb scallops and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Pour in 1/2 cup white wine and 2 tbsp lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Toss the pasta into the skillet, adding 1/4 cup reserved pasta water as needed to create a sauce. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley and 1 tbsp lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon Herb Scallops with Garlic Shrimp Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lemon Herb Scallops with Garlic Shrimp Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep scallop from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon Herb Scallops with Garlic Shrimp Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon Herb Scallops with Garlic Shrimp Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lemon Herb Scallops with Garlic Shrimp Pasta?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
