Scallop Piccata On Spaghetti Squash


Superfine spaghetti squash and delicate scallops are coated with light lemon, white wine & caper sauce. Serve it with asparagus!!

Steps


Put a large pot of water on to boil.
Sprinkle scallops on both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium and add the scallops.
Cook , turning once , until browned on both sides , about 6 minutes total.
Transfer to a plate.
Cook spaghetti squash in an oven @ 450 degrees until mushy.
Scoop pulp out when cool enough to handle.
Whisk wine and clam juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Cook garlic in the pan over medium-high heat , stirring often , until softened , 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the wine mixture.
Bring to a boil and cook until thickened , about 2 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice , capers stir , 1 to 2 minutes.
Return the scallops to the pan , add the spaghetti squash and cook , stirring gently , until heated through and coated with the sauce , about 1 minute.
Stir in parsley and serve immediately.

Ingredients


sea scallops, salt, pepper, olive oil, spaghetti squash, white wine, clam juice, garlic, lemon juice, capers, parsley