Linguini with Scallops

  • I tried this tonight and it was so good, I thought I would post it. It comes from the Better Homes and Gardens New Dieter's Cookbook.

    1 lb fresh or frozen scallops
    12 ounces linguini (whole wheat) I used thin spaghetti
    1 tsp margarine - I used Smart Balance Light
    1 tsp olive oil or Canola oil
    1 1/2 cup chicken broth
    3/4 cup dry vermouth or dry white wine
    3 tbsp lemon juice
    3/4 cup sliced green onion
    3/4 cup snipped fresh parsley (optional)
    2 tbsp capers, drained
    1 tsp dried dillweed
    1/4 tsp pepper
    1/2 - whole bag of chopped fresh spinach (my addition)

    Thaw scallops, if frozen. Halve any large scallops; set aside. Cook linguini according to package directions.

    Meanwhile, in a large skillet heat margarine and oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook and stir about 2 minutes or until opaque. Remove scallops with a slotted spoon, leaving juices in skillet.

    Stir broth, vermouth or white wine, and lemon juice into skillet. Bring to a boil. Boil for 10-12 minutes or till liquid is reduced to about 1 cup. Stir in onion, parsley, capers, dillweed, spinach, and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 minute. Add scallops, stirring just till heated through. Pour over pasta, toss gently.

    Makes 6 servings.
    362 calories, 28 g protein, 54 g carbs, 4 g fat, 40 mg cholesterol, 407 mg sodium, 619 mg potassium