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Scallop Scampi Zoodles

Jay
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound scallops
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 1 tablespoon salt and pepper
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or white wine
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 5 garlic cloves (sliced)
  • 1 lemon (juice)
  • 1 pound zoodles
  • 1 handful parsley (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • First, add 2 tablespoons oil to medium high pan. 
  • Now, add salt and pepper to both sides scallops and place in the pan. Make sure not to have the scallops touch (spread out) so they sear instead of steam. Cook 2 minutes per side. 
  • Next, take the scallops out of the pan. Add 1 tablespoon oil, the onions, oregano, red pepper flakes, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper. Mix 30 seconds.
  • Now, add butter, lemon, vinegar, and zoodles. Mix and cook for 1 minute.
  • Finally, add parsley and scallops back to the pan. Enjoy this weeknight smile!