Easy scallops recipe with Orzo

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Easy scallops recipe coming your way! This healthy dinner skips the heavy breading and is just seared scallops tossed with orzo, peppers, and tomatoes.

It’s light, quick, and perfect for a weeknight seafood meal that still feels a little fancy. A go-to recipe that’s simple, delicious, and kid-approved.

Easy Scallops Recipe With Pasta Or Rice

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 Scallop Dinner: Light and Healthy

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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

Pasta doesn’t always sit well with me, usually I feel bloated and blah after but orzo is a different story.

Maybe it’s the smaller size or the fact that I naturally eat less of it (ha), but it’s definitely my go-to for lighter meals.

This easy scallops recipe is a weeknight winner: quick, healthy, and satisfying. It served four perfectly, but next time I’m grabbing 2 pounds of scallops because everyone wanted more!

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