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Fiesta Style Scallops Recipe

Lighten up your taste buds with this vibrant Fiesta Style Scallops recipe! A surprisingly low-fat Southwestern delight, this dish features succulent scallops seasoned with a zesty blend of cumin, chili powder, and black pepper, then pan-seared to perfection. Served atop fluffy cilantro-lime rice, it's a fiesta of flavor in under 40 minutes. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or a vibrant weekend gathering.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 34 mins
Calories 458.1 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Fiesta Style Scallops

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Ingredients for Fiesta Style Scallops

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How to Make Fiesta Style Scallops

  1. Pat 1 pound of scallops dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add the scallops to the spice mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Once the oil is shimmering, add the scallops to the skillet in a single layer.
  6. Cook for 2 minutes per side, undisturbed, until the scallops are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. While the scallops are cooking, prepare the rice: Combine 1 1/2 cups cooked rice (about 1 cup uncooked), 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, and 1-2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeño (adjust to your spice preference).
  8. Drizzle the rice mixture with 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice and toss gently to combine.
  9. Serve the seared scallops over the cilantro-lime rice. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

5g

Carbs

26g

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