Scallops with Chipotle-Orange Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Scallops with Chipotle-Orange Sauce
45 min.
4
187kcal

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If you're looking to impress your dinner guests with a dish that's both elegant and packed with flavor, look no further than these mouthwatering Scallops with Chipotle-Orange Sauce. Not only is this recipe gluten-free, but it's also a perfect union of sweet and spicy that will tantalize your taste buds. The succulent sea scallops are seared to golden perfection and paired with a zesty orange sauce infused with the smoky kick of chipotle chiles.

This dish comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal. With a delightful caloric count of only 187 kcal per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, each bite is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients that are sure to leave everyone at the table wanting more.

Imagine serving these beautifully plated scallops, drizzled with a vibrant chipotle-orange sauce and garnished with bright green onions. The combination of flavors—rich butter, the bright acidity of orange, and the smoky warmth of chipotle—creates a symphony that beautifully enhances the delicate taste of the scallops. Not only will this dish dazzle your guests, but it also showcases your culinary skills with minimal effort. Get ready to elevate your dining experience and enjoy every moment of this delightful dish!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter divided
  • tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo sauce canned finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1.5 pounds sea scallops 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  2. Sprinkle scallops with paprika and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add scallops to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned.
  4. Remove from pan, and keep warm.
  5. Add orange juice and chile to the pan, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil, and cook until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 1 minute).
  6. Add 1 tablespoon butter and 1/8 teaspoon salt, stirring with a whisk until smooth.
  7. Serve the sauce with scallops, and garnish with the onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein45.84%
Fat32.59%
Carbs21.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.25
Glycemic Load
1.75
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.159130308939%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
3.7mg
Naringenin
0.66mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:186.71kcal
9.34%
Fat:6.62g
10.18%
Saturated Fat:3.83g
23.94%
Carbohydrates:9.86g
3.29%
Net Carbohydrates:9.17g
3.33%
Sugar:3.03g
3.37%
Cholesterol:55.87mg
18.62%
Sodium:858.65mg
37.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.94g
41.88%
Phosphorus:578.17mg
57.82%
Vitamin B12:2.41µg
40.17%
Selenium:21.93µg
31.32%
Vitamin C:16.68mg
20.21%
Vitamin K:13.66µg
13.01%
Potassium:435.36mg
12.44%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.7%
Magnesium:42.67mg
10.67%
Folate:40.85µg
10.21%
Vitamin A:427.67IU
8.55%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.3%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.9%
Iron:0.95mg
5.26%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.43%
Copper:0.06mg
2.99%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.96%
Fiber:0.69g
2.75%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.66%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.38%
Calcium:20.46mg
2.05%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.88%