Scallops and Smoked Salmon Pasta

Elevate your pasta night with this luxurious Scallops and Smoked Salmon Pasta, a dish that combines the briny sweetness of perfectly seared sea scallops with the delicate, smoky richness of premium salmon. Tossed with al dente linguine and coated in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce with a hint of fresh lemon, this seafood pasta dish is as elegant as it is delicious. Finished with a sprinkle of paprika, fresh parsley, and optional extra Parmesan, it’s a restaurant-quality meal that’s surprisingly easy to prepare in just 40 minutes. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or indulgent weeknight dinners, this scallop and smoked salmon pasta recipe is a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Linguine or spaghetti
• 12 pieces Large sea scallops
• 150 grams Smoked salmon
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining and set the pasta aside.

Step 2

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season them with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the scallops in a single layer. Sear them for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the lemon juice and grated Parmesan cheese, allowing the cheese to melt and the sauce to thicken slightly, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Thinly slice the smoked salmon and stir it into the sauce, letting it warm through for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.

Step 8

Gently fold in the seared scallops, being careful not to break them apart.

Step 9

Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Optionally, add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1228.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2656.9

Total Fat 169.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 564.1mg	0%
Sodium 7224.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 152.5g	0%

Vitamin D 1026IU	0%
Calcium 994.1mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1763.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 18.3%