Seared Sesame Scallops

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 large sea scallops (about 10 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Pea and Mint Couscous

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl stir together sesame seeds, salt, and pepper.
  2. Remove tough muscle from side of each scallop if necessary and pat scallops dry.
  3. Dip flat sides of each scallop in sesame mixture.
  4. In a 12-inch nonstick skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saute scallops on flat sides until sesame seeds are golden and scallops are just cooked through, about 4 minutes total.
  5. Serve scallops with couscous and lemon wedges.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

342 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.2g 16% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 34% DV
Carbs 24.6g 9% DV
Fiber 9.7g 35% DV
Sugar 0.7g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 228.3mg 10% DV
Potassium 482.5mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 14.3mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 237mcg 26% DV
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1% DV
Calcium 359.5mg 28% DV
Iron 6.3mg 35% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal
Contains Wheat/Gluten Shellfish Sesame

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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