Mediterranean Scallops

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots

• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added whole tomatoes (with juices)

• 1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon dried basil, crushed
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt substitute
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 lb sea scallops, cut crosswise in half
• 8-12 ounces linguine

Directions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add garlic and shallots, sauté for 1 minute.

2. 2

   Chop tomatoes.

3. 3

   Stir in tomatoes and juice, tomato sauce, herbs, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Simmer for about 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in scallops and continue to gently cook about 5 minutes, only until scallops are cooked through.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, cook linguine according to al dente package directions.

7. 7

   Drain pasta and divide evenly among four warm pasta bowls (about 1 cup each).

8. 8

   Top with scallops mixture.

9. 9

   Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.

10. 10

    Serve with tossed green salad and Italian bread.

11. 11

    Serve immediately.