High Protein Seared Scallops
Elevate your seafood game with this 'High Protein Seared Scallops' recipe that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Perfectly seared sea scallops take center stage, showcasing a golden, caramelized crust and tender, juicy interior. Infused with fresh garlic and bright lemon juice, these scallops are paired with a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring spinach, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese, all lightly dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 25 minutes, this protein-packed dish strikes the perfect balance of healthy and flavorful, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal to impress guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 large Sea scallops
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 4 cups Spinach leaves
- 1 cup Canned chickpeas
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the scallops to the skillet, ensuring they do not touch each other. Allow them to sear without moving for about 2-3 minutes, or until a golden crust forms.
Flip the scallops and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the scallops are opaque and firm to the touch.
While the scallops are cooking, juice the lemon over the scallops and add the minced garlic to the pan to enhance the flavor.
Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the spinach, drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad mixture.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Toss gently to combine.
Serve the seared scallops over the prepared salad and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.7 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 5255 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.9 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 101.5 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 696 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2927 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
