Sizzling Scallops with Fiery Jalapeño Vinaigrette

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1large jalapeño pepper, seeded and membranes removed

  • ¼cuprice vinegar

  • ¼cupolive oil

  • ¼teaspoonDijon mustard

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • 12largefresh sea scallops

  • 1pinchsea salt

  • 1pinchcayenne pepper

  • 1tablespoonvegetable oil

  • 2oranges, peeled and cut in between sections as segments

Cooking Directions

  1. Place jalapeño, rice vinegar, olive oil, and mustard into a blender. Purée on high until mixture is completely liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. Season scallops with sea salt and cayenne pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops into the skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Garnish scallops with orange segments and drizzle jalapeño vinaigrette over top.

Chef’s Note:

If you are making this for a salad dressing, increase the oil to 1/3 cup.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe4
Calories307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
18g
23%
Saturated Fat
2g
12%
Cholesterol
72mg
24%
Sodium
472mg
21%
Total Carbohydrate
6g
2%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Total Sugars
0g
Protein
30g
60%
Vitamin C
2mg
2%
Calcium
45mg
3%
Iron
4mg
22%
Potassium
488mg
10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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