Mushroom-Scallop Skewers

Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Mushroom-Scallop Skewers
25 min.
14
35kcal

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Looking for a delightful and unique appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Mushroom-Scallop Skewers! Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a fancy dinner party, these skewers are sure to be a hit. With a combination of tender bay scallops and earthy baby portabella mushrooms, each bite is a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its dairy-free nature, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. The sweet and tangy orange juice marinade, enhanced with brown sugar, ginger, and garlic, infuses the scallops and mushrooms with a deliciously vibrant flavor. Wrapped in crispy bacon, these skewers offer a delightful contrast of textures that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ready in just 25 minutes and serving up to 14 people, these Mushroom-Scallop Skewers are not only quick to prepare but also low in calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, they are the perfect way to kick off any meal. So gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this mouthwatering dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 lb bay scallops 
  • 14  portabello mushrooms ()
  • 14 slices farro (from 2.1-oz package)
  • serving chocolate curls fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking parchment paper. In medium bowl, mix orange juice, brown sugar, orange peel, ginger and garlic.
  2. Add scallops; toss to coat.
  3. Place 1 scallop in each mushroom cap. Wrap each with 1 bacon slice, enclosing scallop. Secure with toothpick. Dip in orange juice mixture; place in pan.
  4. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and scallops are opaque. If desired, replace each toothpick with 4-inch wooden skewer.

Nutrition Facts

Calories35kcal
Protein28.86%
Fat8.68%
Carbs62.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.86
Glycemic Load
0.25
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
5.8691303433607%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.53mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:34.92kcal
1.75%
Fat:0.38g
0.58%
Saturated Fat:0.08g
0.5%
Carbohydrates:6.13g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:4.95g
1.8%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:1.95mg
0.65%
Sodium:39.93mg
1.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.83g
5.66%
Selenium:16.85µg
24.07%
Vitamin B3:3.88mg
19.41%
Copper:0.25mg
12.4%
Phosphorus:119.8mg
11.98%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.9%
Potassium:336.94mg
9.63%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.86%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.64%
Folate:26.38µg
6.6%
Fiber:1.17g
4.7%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.6%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.71%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.58%
Vitamin C:2.48mg
3%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.61%
Iron:0.35mg
1.94%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.68%