Scallops and Pasta with Pistachio-Parsley Pesto

Scallops and Pasta with Pistachio-Parsley Pesto

1 C. chopped fresh parsley
3 T. coarsely chopped pistachios
1 tsp. grated lemon rind
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. paprika
2 T. fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 tsp. olive oil
3/4 lb. sea scallops
1/4 C. all-purpose flour
1/8 tsp. salt
2 tsp. margarine
2 C. hot cooked angel hair (about 4 oz. uncooked pasta)
Freshly ground pepper
Parsley sprigs (optional)

Place first 9 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides of processor bowl occasionally. Combine scallops, flour, and 1/8 tsp. salt in large zip-top plastic bag; seal, and shake to coat. Heat margarine in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops; cook 3 1/2 minutes on each side or until scallops are done. Combine pesto mixture and pasta in a large bowl, tossing well. Arrange 1 C. pasta on each plate, and divide scallops evenly between plates. Sprinkle with pepper; garnish with parsley, if desired.

Yield: 2 servings
Calories: 572
Fat: 17.7g
Fiber: 5.9g

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