Scallops with Red Pepper Sauce

Health score
22%
Scallops with Red Pepper Sauce
20 min.
2
300kcal

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Scallops with Red Pepper Sauce: A Quick and Tasty Treat!

If you're a fan of seafood dishes that are both light and packed with flavor, then this Scallops with Red Pepper Sauce recipe is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. It's not only delicious but also incredibly easy and quick to whip up, making it perfect for those busy weeknights or a delightful lunch option.

This recipe serves two and comes together in just 20 minutes, ensuring a stress-free dining experience. Each serving contains about 300 calories, making it a great option for those watching their waistline. Whether you're looking for a main course to impress at dinner or a satisfying lunch, this dish fits the bill.

The star of the show is, of course, the scallops. Fresh or frozen, they're sliced into thin rounds and cooked with sweet red peppers, garlic, and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. The dish is then finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, adding a nutty, umami depth that complements the scallops beautifully.

Served alongside linguine cooked to al dente perfection, this meal is a balanced blend of carbs, protein, and a touch of fat, ensuring you leave the table satisfied but not weighed down. With a caloric breakdown that leans heavily towards carbs for energy-packed meals, this dish is a well-rounded delight.

So why not give Scallops with Red Pepper Sauce a try? It's a simple, flavorful, and nutritious meal that promises to impress. Happy cooking!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove minced
  • ounces pasta uncooked
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced sweet red
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 pound scallops fresh sliced into thin rounds

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the scallops, sweet red pepper, garlic, pepper flakes and salt in oil until scallops become firm and opaque.
  2. Remove from the heat.
  3. Drain pasta.
  4. Serve scallop mixture with linguine.
  5. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein21.8%
Fat14.15%
Carbs64.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52
Glycemic Load
17.63
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.204347710895%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:300.48kcal
15.02%
Fat:4.67g
7.19%
Saturated Fat:1.31g
8.17%
Carbohydrates:47.56g
15.85%
Net Carbohydrates:44.89g
16.32%
Sugar:3.11g
3.45%
Cholesterol:17.96mg
5.99%
Sodium:462.34mg
20.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.19g
32.38%
Selenium:45.12µg
64.45%
Vitamin C:48.15mg
58.36%
Phosphorus:340.59mg
34.06%
Manganese:0.6mg
30.16%
Vitamin A:1248.45IU
24.97%
Vitamin B12:0.87µg
14.45%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.78%
Magnesium:49.31mg
12.33%
Zinc:1.65mg
10.99%
Fiber:2.67g
10.69%
Potassium:338.97mg
9.68%
Copper:0.19mg
9.55%
Folate:36.79µg
9.2%
Vitamin B3:1.76mg
8.78%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.76%
Iron:1.19mg
6.64%
Calcium:65.35mg
6.54%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.54%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.32%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.11%
Vitamin K:3.33µg
3.17%