Seared Scallops with Warm Tuscan Beans

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Seared Scallops with Warm Tuscan Beans
45 min.
4
376kcal

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Delight your taste buds with our delectable Seared Scallops with Warm Tuscan Beans! This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is perfect for those seeking a light yet satisfying meal, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. Imagine succulent sea scallops seared to perfection, their natural sweetness complemented by a savory medley of warm Tuscan beans and vibrant baby spinach.

In just 45 minutes, you can elevate your dining experience with this exquisite main course, all while enjoying a generous serving of 376 calories per portion. The combination of fresh ingredients, including aromatic garlic, zesty crushed red pepper, and fragrant basil, adds depth and flavor to every bite.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it also provides a balanced caloric breakdown—35% protein, 21% fat, and 44% carbohydrates—making it a nutritious option for a fulfilling meal. Plus, the addition of grilled garlic bread makes for a wonderful accompaniment, perfect for dipping into the brothy beans and soaking up all the flavors.

Whether you're cooking for family or impressing guests at a dinner party, Seared Scallops with Warm Tuscan Beans is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So don your apron and get ready to indulge in this delightful dish!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach fresh
  • 19 ounce cannellini beans white rinsed drained canned
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.3 cup wine dry white
  • cup fat-skimmed beef broth fat-free
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • cup onion 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 pounds scallops 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sprinkle scallops evenly with salt.
  3. Add scallops to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until done.
  4. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm.
  5. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and onion to pan; saut 2 minutes.
  6. Add pepper and garlic; cook 20 seconds, stirring constantly. Stir in wine; cook 1 minute or until most of liquid evaporates. Stir in broth and beans; cook 2 minutes.
  7. Add spinach; cook 1 minute or until spinach wilts.
  8. Remove from heat; stir in basil.
  9. Grilled garlic bread is great for dipping into the brothy beans.
  10. Heat a grill pan over medium heat.
  11. Brush 1 tablespoon olive oil evenly over 4 (1-ounce) slices French bread.
  12. Add bread to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Rub one side of each bread slice with cut sides of a halved garlic clove.

Nutrition Facts

Calories376kcal
Protein35.26%
Fat20.93%
Carbs43.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.25
Glycemic Load
8.07
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.566087204477%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
2.98mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
9.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:375.75kcal
18.79%
Fat:8.55g
13.15%
Saturated Fat:1.33g
8.33%
Carbohydrates:40.26g
13.42%
Net Carbohydrates:32.11g
11.68%
Sugar:2.52g
2.8%
Cholesterol:40.82mg
13.61%
Sodium:1088.37mg
47.32%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:0.42%
100%
Protein:32.4g
64.8%
Vitamin K:217.97µg
207.59%
Vitamin A:4064.82IU
81.3%
Phosphorus:735.09mg
73.51%
Manganese:1.22mg
60.86%
Folate:206.3µg
51.58%
Vitamin B12:2.51µg
41.86%
Selenium:26.04µg
37.21%
Potassium:1293.7mg
36.96%
Magnesium:146.87mg
36.72%
Iron:6.14mg
34.1%
Fiber:8.15g
32.59%
Zinc:3.41mg
22.72%
Copper:0.44mg
22.14%
Vitamin E:2.98mg
19.84%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.65%
Vitamin C:15.56mg
18.86%
Calcium:168.28mg
16.83%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.4%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.8%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.31%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.78%
Source:My Recipes