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Lemon Pepper Scallops with Orzo Pasta Recipe

by Jennifer Debth November 29, 2017
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5 from 2 votes
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This Lemon Pepper Scallops with Orzo Pasta Recipe is surprisingly quick and easy to make! Full of fresh lemon, garlic, and just a touch of butter!

lemon pepper scallops with orzo pasta in skillet aboveToday’s post is sponsored by our friends at Sea Cuisine.

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Ohhhh. My. Yum.

Where my seafood lovers at?

Because this lemon pepper scallops with orzo pasta recipe is going to blow your seafood loving mind.

This recipe sounds SO fancy.

I mean.

Any time I eat scallops, I just immediately feel fancy. I KNOW you know what I mean.

But, surprise! This recipe is actually one of the easiest recipes on the blog.

Easy seafood? With pasta?

Yes please!

closeup of lemon pepper scallops

Let’s start with the scallops.

The people at Sea Cuisine got you covered. Their Lemon Pepper Scallops are l.e.g.i.t. SO flavorful and tender.

lemon pepper scallops and orzo in skillet aboveNot only are their scallops tasty, but the people at Sea Cuisine are committed to sustainability. Their commitment to sustainability begins on the water and continues to your local store – from ocean to plate, as they say <— isn’t that so cute and awesome?!

Because of that, you can feel AH-mazing about eating their seafood.

Which is great, because like I said, their seafood is LEGIT.

Now that we’re all excited about the scallops, let’s make them shall we?

Get ready because they’re REALLY easy to make.

Step One: Place scallops onto a baking sheet and bake them in the oven.

That’s it! 🙂 Don’t you just LOVE that?!

While the lemon pepper scallops are baking, you’ll make the orzo pasta.

If you’ve never had orzo before, it’s one of my faves and you MUST make it immediately. 😉

It looks like rice, but has a slick texture like pasta and it’s seriously so so delicious.

You’ll cook it just like you would any other pasta, then you’ll drain it (save some of the pasta water), and toss it with olive oil, melted butter, fresh garlic, fresh lemon juice, and plenty of salt and pepper.

You’ll pile the pasta into a bowl, top it with the perfectly cooked scallops, and sprinkle the whole dish with a little crumbled feta and chopped cilantro.

This lemon pepper scallops with orzo pasta recipe is ultra light (whereas some seafood pasta recipes can be SO heavy and full of cream) and oh so satisfying.

Light lemon, buttery pasta with tender scallops? <— yes please!

bowl of orzo with scallops held two handsThis is the perfect recipe for those who might be intimidated by cooking seafood OR for those who just want a quick, easy, light, and totally delicious meal. 🙂

– Jennifer

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#ad This Lemon Pepper Scallops with Orzo Pasta Recipe is surprisingly quick and easy to make! Full of fresh lemon, garlic, and just a touch of butter! showmetheyummy.com Made in partnership w/ @seacuisine

Lemon Pepper Scallops with Orzo Pasta

5 from 2 votes
This Lemon Pepper Scallops with Orzo Pasta Recipe is surprisingly quick and easy to make! Full of fresh lemon, garlic, and just a touch of butter!
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Yield: 3 people
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Ingredients

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  • 2 (6 oz) packages Sea Cuisine Lemon Pepper Scallops baked according to package directions
  • 1 (8 oz) box orzo pasta cooked according to package directions (reserve some pasta water)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons  fresh lemon juice
  • 2  cloves  garlic minced or pressed
  • 1/4  teaspoon  black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon  salt plus more to taste
  • pasta water to thin out sauce if necessary
  • Crumbled feta for garnish
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Bake the scallops according to package directions.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • In a large bowl whisk together butter, oil, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, and salt.
  • Pour in hot pasta and stir to combine.
  • Season with salt, to taste and add pasta water, if desired.
  • Serve with baked scallops and garnish with feta and cilantro!
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STORING
Room Temp:N/A
Refrigerator:3-4 Days
Freezer:2-3 Months
Reheat:If frozen, thaw in fridge then microwave or heat on stovetop
*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Lemon Pepper Scallops with Orzo Pasta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 471 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 47mg16%
Sodium 834mg36%
Potassium 401mg11%
Carbohydrates 61g20%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 24g48%
Vitamin A 235IU5%
Vitamin C 3.8mg5%
Calcium 23mg2%
Iron 1.4mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

Keywords: easy, healthy, orzo pasta
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Course: Main Dish, Pasta
Cuisine: American

 Thanks again to Sea Cuisine for sponsoring today’s post!

Filed Under: Main Dishes, Pasta, Recipes, Seafood

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  1. Paula

    Cumming, Georgia

    April 3, 2021 at 6:58 pm

    5 stars I have found a new comfort food! If you like lemon and feta you will love this dish!!! I didn’t have cilantro but I cant wait to try it again with it. Thanks for the recipe!
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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      April 5, 2021 at 8:18 am

      Thank you, Paula!!

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