Grilled Scallops with Lemon-Chickpea Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Grilled Scallops with Lemon-Chickpea Salad
45 min.
4
272kcal

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Are you ready to impress your friends or family with a delightful dish that’s both healthy and scrumptious? Look no further than this Grilled Scallops with Lemon-Chickpea Salad! This recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy a gluten-free and dairy-free meal without compromising on flavor. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a gourmet experience that will transport your taste buds to the coast.

Imagine perfectly grilled sea scallops, seared to a golden hue and bursting with fresh, oceanic flavor, served atop a vibrant salad of chickpeas and greens. The combination of creamy chickpeas, crunchy celery, and aromatic garlic is uplifted with a zing of fresh lemon juice and the richness of extra-virgin olive oil. The addition of baby spinach not only adds nutritional value but also makes this dish a feast for the eyes.

Each bite is a harmonious blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring you feel satiated and energized. At only 272 calories per serving, this dish is a true culinary delight that fits seamlessly into any lunch or dinner occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy night in, this Grilled Scallops with Lemon-Chickpea Salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So fire up your grill and get ready to savor a meal that perfectly balances elegance and simplicity!

Ingredients

  • cups baby spinach 
  • 15.5 ounce chickpeas rinsed drained canned
  • stalk celery chopped
  • leaf flat parsley fresh chopped
  • clove garlic minced
  • servings juice of lemon fresh
  • servings olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 pound sea scallops dry rinsed

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to high.
  2. Combine chickpeas, garlic, celery, and 1/3 cup parsley with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1 tablespoon oil.
  3. Drizzle scallops with 2 teaspoons oil and 1 tablespoon juice. Toss and season with salt and pepper. Grill scallops 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until firm to the touch. Toss spinach with 1 tablespoon each of juice and olive oil; top with chickpea mixture and scallops.

Nutrition Facts

Calories272kcal
Protein18.99%
Fat53.4%
Carbs27.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.58
Glycemic Load
4.28
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.100434697193%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.73mg
Hesperetin
2.17mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.84mg
Luteolin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
1.94mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
1.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:272.36kcal
13.62%
Fat:16.6g
25.53%
Saturated Fat:2.26g
14.12%
Carbohydrates:19.31g
6.44%
Net Carbohydrates:13.58g
4.94%
Sugar:0.65g
0.72%
Cholesterol:13.61mg
4.54%
Sodium:560.05mg
24.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.28g
26.55%
Vitamin K:160.37µg
152.73%
Manganese:1.2mg
60.12%
Vitamin A:2898.21IU
57.96%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
32.17%
Phosphorus:296.85mg
29.69%
Folate:101.74µg
25.43%
Fiber:5.72g
22.89%
Vitamin C:15.22mg
18.45%
Vitamin E:2.68mg
17.85%
Magnesium:68.15mg
17.04%
Selenium:9.92µg
14.17%
Iron:2.52mg
13.99%
Potassium:487.81mg
13.94%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.32%
Copper:0.23mg
11.43%
Zinc:1.46mg
9.77%
Calcium:78.29mg
7.83%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.34%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.2%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.66%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.06%
Source:My Recipes