This simple but tasty meal took only about 15 minutes to put together. The scallops and spinach are such a healthy combination for the this creamy noodle dish. Serve with your favorite bread and you have a quick weekday meal, your family is sure to love.
Simple Scallop Spinach Alfredo
This simple but tasty meal took only about 15 minutes to put together. The scallops and spinach are such a healthy combination for the this creamy noodle dish. Serve with your favorite bread and you have a quick weekday meal, your family is sure to love.
Ingredients:
- 1 package (4.5 ounce) alfredo pasta mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 8 ounces wet-pack bay scallops, thawed and drained
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 8-10 cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Directions:
- Prepare the pasta mix according to package instructions.
- Add the halved tomatoes during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Meanwhile heat remaining tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the scallops tossing gently to coat in the butter.
- Continue to cook for 4-5 minutes tossing frequently.
- Add spinach, tossing to coat.
- Continue to heat until spinach begins to wilt.
- Gently stir scallop/spinach mixture into the pasta.
- Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving.
