Easy scallops recipe with Orzo

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I recently made an easy scallops recipe that turned out delicious. It’s healthy, light, and simple to make. I usually bake scallops in the oven, but the breading and butter aren’t the healthiest, so this time I decided to sear the scallops on the stovetop and mix them with orzo, peppers, and tomatoes.

If you are looking for a quick seafood dinner idea that isn’t full of breading and butter, this is a great recipe!

Easy Scallops Recipe

If you are running low on time, just purchase the peppers and olives already chopped or sliced.

I often do that when I am pressed for time.

Easy scallops recipe

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Supply List

• 1 lb large scallops
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp crushed garlic
• 1 orange or red pepper chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half or whole
• 2 cups Orzo pasta
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives
• 1 cup arugula
• 1/8 cup white balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions : Step by Step

• Cook Orzo according to directions – set aside
• Add olive oil and garlic to stovetop, saute on low for about 3 min until garlic is light brown
• Add chopped pepper, saute for about 5 – 8 minutes low/med heat
• Stir in tomatoes, cooked Orzo and olives
• Saute low heat for about 5 min
• Stir in arugula and balsamic vinegar
• Simmer
• In another pan, sear the scallops in a non-stick pan. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
• Sear scallops on for about 3 min on each side – medium heat
• Once cooked, stir scallops in with Orzo and pepper mix
• Top with salt and pepper

Author: Jessica Bruno

Many times after I eat pasta, I feel bloated and disgusting but something about Orzo seems to sit well with my stomach. Probably because it’s smaller in size and I consume less! -ha.

This is an excellent dinner during the week because it’s quick, easy and healthy.

This recipe was perfect for 4 but next time, I would probably get 2lbs of scallops.

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