Grilled Scallops in Pumpkin Seed Sauce Recipe

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Grilled Scallops in Pumpkin Seed Sauce
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Directions:

  1. PUMPKIN SEED SAUCE: Put shallots, cilantro, garlic and parsley into food processor.
  2. Pulse until finely chopped Add remaining ingredients (except oil and water) and puree until smooth.
  3. Season With machine running, pour in olive oil slowly.
  4. Thin with water to desired consistence.
  5. Add water a little bit at a time.
  6. ROASTED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE: Whisk together the hot pepper vinegar and olive oil.
  7. Stir in diced peppers.
  8. TOMATO SALSA: Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  9. ASSEMBLY: Put 5 scallops on a wooden skewer for each portion, brush with canola oil, season and grill until just done.
  10. Scallops can be broiled or sauteed as well.
  11. Spoon 1/2 cup of pumpkin seed sauce on each plate and spread to cover evenly.
  12. Arrange scallops in a circle around plate.
  13. Spoon 1 tsp of vinaigrette over each scallop.
  14. Spoon 1/2 cup tomato salsa in center of plate.
  15. Sprinkle each plate with 2 tablespoons of pumpkin seeds and garnish with cilantro.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1041.1 Kcal (4359 kJ)
Calories from fat 538.95 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 59.88g 92%
Cholesterol 148.99mg 50%
Sodium 1842.33mg 77%
Potassium 2136.23mg 45%
Total Carbs 57.92g 19%
Sugars 23.56g 94%
Dietary Fiber 10.11g 40%
Protein 66.16g 132%
Vitamin C 108.3mg 181%
Vitamin A 1.1mg 37%
Iron 24.8mg 138%
Calcium 227.5mg 23%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 119.87 Kcal (502 kJ)
Calories from fat 62.05 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.89g 92%
Cholesterol 17.15mg 50%
Sodium 212.12mg 77%
Potassium 245.96mg 45%
Total Carbs 6.67g 19%
Sugars 2.71g 94%
Dietary Fiber 1.16g 40%
Protein 7.62g 132%
Vitamin C 12.5mg 181%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 37%
Iron 2.8mg 138%
Calcium 26.2mg 23%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 25
    Points
  • 27
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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