Seared Scallops and Parmesan Orzo

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Wine Recommendation

Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay

Ingredients

  • 1½ lb sea scallops, patted dry
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp pepper, divided
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1½ cups orzo (preferably whole wheat)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle scallops with ¼ tsp each salt and pepper. Cook scallops in 2 Tbsp hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 1 to 2 minutes per side or until golden and opaque.
  2. Meanwhile, cook orzo and garlic in 1 Tbsp 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 ¼ tsp pepper. Serve scallops over orzo.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 1½ lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp pepper

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss together all ingredients on a large 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 6 6
Calories
357
106
463
Fat (g) 10 7 17
Sat. Fat (g) 2 1 3
Protein (g) 24 4 28
Carb (g) 41 10 51
Fiber (g) 6 4 10
Sodium (mg) 701 186 887
T. Sugs (g) 2 2 4
A. Sugs (g) 0 0 0

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