Lean & Green Healthy Pan-Seared Scallops and Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
- 1Lean
- 3Green
- 2Healthy Fat
- 2Condiment
Scallops are an amazing option for those looking for a lighter protein, but are not big on fish. This delicious recipe is big on flavor but low on calories, helping make sure you have no problems staying right on plan!
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Lean & Green Pan-Seared Scallops and Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Ingredients
- 1(6oz.) jar oz Roasted Red Peppers
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 2 oz Avocado
- 2 tsp Lemon Juice
- 1 small Garlic Cloves
- 1/4 + 1/8 tsp Salt
- 2 small Zucchini
- 1/2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 lbs Scallops
Lean & Green Pan-Seared Scallops and Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Instructions
- In a blender, combine (drained) roasted red pepper (look for some without any added sugar), milk, avocado, lemon juice, garlic, crushed red pepper, and 1/4 tsp. salt (optional). Puree until smooth.
- Heat roasted red pepper sauce in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add zucchini noodles (ends removed, cut into spaghetti-like strands with a spiralizer, mandolin, or julienne peeler), stir to incorporate, and continue cooking until cooked to your liking, another 3 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Season scallops with remaining salt (optional). Cook scallops until golden brown on each side and translucent in the center, about 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- Serve scallops atop zucchini noodles.
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