Scallops with Spinach and Paprika Syrup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
39%
Scallops with Spinach and Paprika Syrup
20 min.
4
262kcal

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Discover a delightful dish that brings the best of the sea to your table with these Scallops with Spinach and Paprika Syrup. Perfectly seared sea scallops are complemented by a vibrant and nutritious bed of fresh baby spinach, creating a beautiful contrast of flavors and textures. This dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions, but it also boasts a refreshing taste profile that’s ideal for a light lunch or an elegant dinner.

The star of the recipe is the quick and easy homemade paprika syrup, which adds a touch of sweetness and a hint of spice, elevating the dish to a whole new level. The crunchy toasted pine nuts sprinkled on top provide delightful texture, while the vibrant colors of the fresh spinach and scallops make this meal as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Impress your family or guests with your culinary skills, showcasing scallops that are cooked to perfection, tender and juicy on the inside. Each serving contains a balanced caloric intake of 262 kcal, offering a healthy option without compromising on flavor.

Join the ranks of culinary enthusiasts and bring this deliciously simple dish to life in your own kitchen. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounce baby spinach fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoon garlic fresh minced
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons olive oil divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1.5 pounds sea scallops 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring first 4 ingredients to a boil in a saucepan; cook 4 minutes or until mixture thickens. Cool slightly.
  2. While paprika mixture cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil to pan; swirl to coat. Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
  4. Add scallops to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until done.
  5. Remove from pan; keep warm.
  6. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil and garlic to pan; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  7. Add half of spinach; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  8. Add remaining spinach; cook 2 minutes or until wilted. Stir in 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  9. Divide the spinach mixture evenly among each of 4 plates, and divide scallops evenly among servings.
  10. Drizzle paprika mixture evenly over scallops; sprinkle 1 tablespoon pine nuts over each serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories262kcal
Protein35.53%
Fat30.16%
Carbs34.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.77
Glycemic Load
9.15
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
28.915651922641%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.53mg
Kaempferol
4.52mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
2.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:261.59kcal
13.08%
Fat:8.99g
13.83%
Saturated Fat:0.96g
6.03%
Carbohydrates:23.02g
7.67%
Net Carbohydrates:21g
7.63%
Sugar:13.49g
14.99%
Cholesterol:40.82mg
13.61%
Sodium:868.86mg
37.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.84g
47.67%
Vitamin K:348.44µg
331.85%
Vitamin A:6742.63IU
134.85%
Manganese:1.44mg
72.09%
Phosphorus:654.51mg
65.45%
Folate:170.8µg
42.7%
Vitamin B12:2.4µg
39.97%
Selenium:22.76µg
32.51%
Vitamin C:26.17mg
31.72%
Magnesium:116.23mg
29.06%
Potassium:819.33mg
23.41%
Iron:3.12mg
17.34%
Vitamin E:2.59mg
17.29%
Zinc:2.49mg
16.63%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.56%
Copper:0.25mg
12.55%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.97%
Vitamin B3:2.12mg
10.59%
Calcium:85.16mg
8.52%
Fiber:2.03g
8.1%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.92%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.68%
Source:My Recipes