Basil Scallops over Pasta

Basil Scallops over Pasta

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 lb scallops, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons dried minced garlic

1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons dried basil
4 tablespoons butter/margarine
1 pkg spinach
1 red onion, chopped

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, rinse, and transfer to a large serving bowl.
2. Meanwhile, place scallops in a large bowl. Add olive oil, lemon juice, basil,butter, salt and pepper.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high, and melt one tablespoon of butter in the pan. Place onions in the pan and saute until tender. Add the scallop mixture and the spinach. Cook until scallops are done.
4. Add scallop mixture to the pasta and mix.


I got the basic recipe from allrecipes.com but modified it to make it healthier and added the spinach and onions. I also used whole-wheat rigatoni.