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Grilled Scallops with Orange-Scented Quinoa (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

Grilled Scallops with Orange-Scented Quinoa (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 1/2 cups quinoa
zest of 1 large orange
kosher salt
vegetable-oil cooking spray
eighteen 1 1/2-to-2-inch scallops (about 1 1/2 lb), tough muscle removed
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 large orange)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 15- oz can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
special equipment: twelve 8-inch wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes to prevent scorching

Directions:

For the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water, the quinoa, orange zest and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pan and cook until all the liquid has been absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes. Fluff with a fork, cover the pan and let the quinoa sit for 10 to 12 more minutes.
For the scallops: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Spray with cooking spray. Thread 3 scallops onto a skewer. Thread another skewer (alongside the first) through the scallops about 1/2-inch apart to make flipping the skewers easier. Repeat with the remaining scallops and skewers to make 6 skewers in total. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Grill until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth.
Place the quinoa in a large serving bowl. Add the dressing, beans and parsley. Toss until coated. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange the grilled scallops on top and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	858.68 Kcal (3595 kJ)
Calories from fat	440.05 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	48.89g	75%
Cholesterol	629.23mg	210%
Sodium	470.18mg	20%
Potassium	779.42mg	17%
Total Carbs	67.63g	23%
Sugars	1.52g	6%
Dietary Fiber	4.61g	18%
Protein	37.08g	74%
Vitamin C	17.3mg	29%
Iron	7.9mg	44%
Calcium	152.7mg	15%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	217.89 Kcal (912 kJ)
Calories from fat	111.66 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.41g	75%
Cholesterol	159.67mg	210%
Sodium	119.31mg	20%
Potassium	197.78mg	17%
Total Carbs	17.16g	23%
Sugars	0.39g	6%
Dietary Fiber	1.17g	18%
Protein	9.41g	74%
Vitamin C	4.4mg	29%
Iron	2mg	44%
Calcium	38.7mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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