Scallops With Vermicelli

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mediterranean

Succulent scallops paired with rich tomato sauce and fragrant herbs, served over vermicelli—an elegant, flavorful dish perfect for seafood lovers and special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. bay scallops
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 1/2 c. canned Italian tomatoes, undrained and cut up
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil or 1/2 tsp. dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp. oregano leaves
  • 1/4 tsp. thyme leaves
  • 2 Tbsp. heavy cream
  • 12 oz. uncooked vermicelli

Instructions

  1. Rinse scallops and combine with lemon juice and parsley in a glass dish.
  2. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator while preparing the sauce.
  3. Cook and stir onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until onion is tender.
  4. Add canned Italian tomatoes with juice, chopped basil, oregano, and thyme. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Drain scallops and cook in 1 tablespoon of butter in another large skillet over medium heat until opaque, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add heavy cream to the scallops and incorporate the tomato sauce.
  7. Toss the cooked vermicelli with the sauce in a large bowl, coating gently.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

944 kcal 47% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 20.7g 41% DV
Total Fat 66.6g 85% DV
Carbs 85.2g 31% DV
Fiber 33.8g 100% DV
Sugar 8.4g 17% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 237.5mg 10% DV
Potassium 2883.5mg 61% DV
Cholesterol 103.3mg 34% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 193.3mcg 21% DV
Vitamin C 86.4mg 96% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1190mg 92% DV
Iron 50.9mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber
Contains Milk Shellfish

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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