Seared Scallops with Jalape?o Vinaigrette

Seared Scallops with Jalape?o Vinaigrette

These scallops are drizzled with an incredibly basic but extremely versatile dressing.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 large jalape?o pepper, seeded and membranes removed
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 12 large fresh sea scallops
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 oranges, peeled and cut in between sections as segments

Directions

Step 1
Place jalape?o, rice vinegar, olive oil, and mustard into a blender. Pur?e on high until mixture is completely liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2
Season scallops with sea salt and cayenne pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops into the skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Garnish scallops with orange segments and drizzle jalape?o vinaigrette over top.

Chef’s Note:

If you are making this for a salad dressing, increase the oil to 1/3 cup.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

307
Calories
18g
Fat
6g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat18g 23%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol72mg 24%
Sodium472mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate6g 2%
Dietary Fiber0g 0%
Total Sugars0g
Protein30g
Vitamin C2mg 8%
Calcium45mg 3%
Iron4mg 22%
Potassium488mg 10%

*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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