Seared Scallops and Parmesan Orzo

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Ingredients

  • ½ lb sea scallops, patted dry
  • ⅛ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper, divided
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • ½ cup orzo
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup less sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle scallops with ⅛ tsp each salt and pepper. Cook scallops in 2 tsp hot oil in a skillet over medium-high heat 1 to 2 minutes per side or until golden and opaque.
  2. Meanwhile, cook orzo and garlic in 1 tsp hot oil in a saucepan, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes or until orzo is toasted.
  3. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 13 to 15 minutes or until orzo is done. Stir in cheese and ⅛ tsp pepper. Serve scallops over orzo.



Side Dish Ingredients

  • ½ lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • ¾ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ⅛ tsp kosher salt
  • ⅛ tsp pepper

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss together all ingredients on a rimmed baking sheet; spread in a single layer. Bake 25 minutes or until browned and tender, stirring after 10 minutes.

Nutritional Information

Main Side Total
Servings 3 2
Fat (g) 11 7 18
Sat. Fat (g) 2 1 3
Protein (g) 29 4 33
Carb (g) 39 10 49
Fiber (g) 6 4 10