Scallops with Spinach and Feta Cheese

Number of Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 
2-3 Tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 Cups onion, finely chopped
2 Tablespoons garlic, minced
1/8 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 Cup red bell pepper, slivered
1/3 Cup fresh lemon juice
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 Tablespoon lemon zest, minced
1 Tablespoon salt
1 Teaspoon black pepper
3/4 Pound cooked linguine
10-ounce package frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/3 Cup feta cheese, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 Pounds previously cooked scallops
Instructions: 

Heat oil in 12-inch heavy skillet on medium-low heat until hot. Add onion, garlic, cayenne, and bell pepper; cook uncovered until tender, about 10 minutes. Add lemon juice, brown sugar, zest, salt and pepper; heat one minute.

While preparing onion/pepper mixture, bring a large pot of water to a boil; salt to taste. Cook pasta until tender, 8-10 minutes. About one minute before pasta is cooked, add spinach. Drain pasta and spinach and place in a large, warm serving bowl. Add onion/pepper mixture and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasonings. Add previously cooked and warmed scallops to pasta and sprinkle with feta cheese.

Nutrition Information: 
Calories: 684 Fat: 19g Sodium: 1065mg Protein: 43g Cholesterol: 66mg
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