Seared Scallop Gemelli with Asparagus, Snap Peas, and Pecorino Recipe

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Seared Scallop Gemelli with Asparagus, Snap Peas, and Pecorino
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Directions:

  1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pancetta, and cook 3 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove from skillet, and drain on paper towels. Return skillet to cooktop, and add 2 tablespoons oil, onion, and garlic; cook, over medium-high heat, 5 minutes or until onion starts to soften, stirring occasionally. Add asparagus; cook 2 minutes or until bright green. Stir in peas, and cook 2 minutes. Add vermouth; cook 1 minute or until reduced to a glaze. Stir in tarragon and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  3. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle scallops with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add to skillet, and cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
  4. Return large skillet to cooktop. Add cooked pasta and 2 tablespoons butter, and cook 1 minute or until butter melts. Remove skillet from heat, and stir in cheese, half of reserved pancetta, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Divide pasta among 4 bowls, top each evenly with scallops, and sprinkle with remaining pancetta.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 2723.07 Kcal (11401 kJ)
Calories from fat 1070.89 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 118.99g 183%
Cholesterol 340.31mg 113%
Sodium 6576.54mg 274%
Potassium 3264.28mg 69%
Total Carbs 245.95g 82%
Sugars 30.28g 121%
Dietary Fiber 19.82g 79%
Protein 163.45g 327%
Vitamin C 106mg 177%
Vitamin A 2.6mg 85%
Iron 226mg 1255%
Calcium 1107.8mg 111%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 137.65 Kcal (576 kJ)
Calories from fat 54.13 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.01g 183%
Cholesterol 17.2mg 113%
Sodium 332.43mg 274%
Potassium 165mg 69%
Total Carbs 12.43g 82%
Sugars 1.53g 121%
Dietary Fiber 1g 79%
Protein 8.26g 327%
Vitamin C 5.4mg 177%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 85%
Iron 11.4mg 1255%
Calcium 56mg 111%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 63.6
    Points
  • 71
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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