Citrus Scallops I

Citrus Scallops I

Serve this citrusy scallop dish atop fresh cooked pasta. Add some crusty bread and bottle of chilled white wine and you’ve got yourself an elegant dinner.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 pound scallops
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 4 large oranges, peeled and segmented
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the red bell pepper, green onions and garlic. Cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the scallops, salt and red pepper flakes. Cook until the scallops are opaque and the red bell pepper is tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.

Step 2
Stir in the lime zest and juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for 1 minute. Add the oranges and cilantro, cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264
Calories
8g
Fat
28g
Carbs
22g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat1g 6%
Cholesterol38mg 13%
Sodium1059mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate28g 10%
Dietary Fiber6g 20%
Total Sugars19g
Protein22g
Vitamin C145mg 727%
Calcium118mg 9%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium823mg 18%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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