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By Kaylyn Elcock
Spicy Scallops with Watermelon Salsa
6 steps
Prep:5minCook:20min
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:36:59 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
45
Low
Glycemic Load
14
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories322.7 kcal (16%)
Total Fat12.3 g (18%)
Carbs31.5 g (12%)
Sugars5.9 g (7%)
Protein22.2 g (44%)
Sodium713.1 mg (36%)
Fiber3.8 g (13%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

¼ teaspoondry mustard

¼ teaspoonground coriander

¼ teaspoononion powder

¼ teaspoongarlic powder

¼ teaspooncayenne pepper

¾ teaspoonblack pepper

¼ teaspoonsalt
crushed, divided

1.25 poundsea scallops
large

2 tablespoonsolive oil
divided

2 cupswatermelon
diced

2 tablespoonsred onion
minced

¼ cupmint
chopped, divided

2 tablespoonsfresh lime juice
divided

2 cupsquinoa
cooked

2 tablespoonspine nuts

¼ cupscallions
sliced
Instructions
Step 1
1. Combine mustard, coriander, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, black pepper and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl
Step 2
2. Pat scallops dry with a paper towel, sprinkle with spice mixture
Step 3
3. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 teaspoons olive oil to the skillet, swirl to coat. Add scallops, cook to desired degree of doneness, 1 to 2 minutes per side
Step 4
4. Toss together watermelon, onions, 2 tablespoons mint, one tablespoon lime juice, 2 teaspoons olive oil and remaining salt in a bowl
Step 5
5. Combine quinoa, pine nuts, scallions, remaining two teaspoons olive oil, remaining 2 tablespoons mint and remaining one tablespoon lime juice
Step 6
6. Serve scallops over quinoa mixture and top with salsa
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