Seared Scallops with Parmesan Orzo

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Ingredients

  • ½ lb sea scallops
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper, divided
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • ½ cup whole wheat orzo
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle scallops with ⅛ tsp each salt and pepper. Cook scallops in ½ Tbsp hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 1 to 2 minutes per side or until golden brown, firm and opaque.
  2. Meanwhile, cook orzo and garlic in ½ Tbsp hot oil in a saucepan, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes or until orzo is golden brown.
  3. Add broth, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 13 to 15 minutes or until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat, and stir in ⅛ tsp pepper and cheese. Serve with scallops.

Side Dish Ingredients

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

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss together Brussels sprouts, oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on a rimmed baking sheet; spread in a single layer.
  2. Bake 20 minutes or until tender, stirring after 10 minutes.

Nutritional Information

Main Side Total
Servings 2 2
Calories
316
143
459
Fat (g) 9 10 19
Sat. Fat (g) 2 1 3
Protein (g) 21 4 25
Carb (g) 35 11 46
Fiber (g) 7 5 12
Sodium (mg) 716 175 891

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