Risotto alle cappesante, plancton e Durello

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

scallops

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Shrimp provides a similar texture, while canned tuna is more economical.

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce.

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Add scallops to the skillet; cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Reduce heat and stir in butter until melted and combined.

Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to coat with sauce and scallops.

Garnish with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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