Ww Watch Your Weight Chili Crusted Scallops
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Recipe Category: Broil/Grill
Keywords: < 30 Mins, Oven
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 pound scallops
- 2 zucchinis, sliced
Instructions:
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Preheat the Broiler: Position your oven rack about 4 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler.
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Prepare Baking Sheet: Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Chili Crust Mixture: In a small saucepan, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, light brown sugar, chili powder, ground cumin, table salt, cayenne pepper, and lemon zest. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer the mixture until it thickens slightly, about 2 to 3 minutes.
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Coat Scallops: Transfer the thickened mixture to a shallow dish. Add the scallops to the dish and turn them to coat evenly with the chili mixture.
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Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated scallops on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the zucchini slices alongside the scallops.
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Broil: Broil the scallops and zucchini slices until the scallops are cooked through and opaque, and the zucchini is tender. This typically takes about 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the scallops.
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Serve: Serve immediately, with approximately 4 scallops per serving.
Enjoy these flavorful Ww Watch Your Weight Chili Crusted Scallops as a delicious and healthy meal option, perfect for a quick dinner or a light lunch. The chili crust adds a delightful kick of spice, complementing the natural sweetness of the scallops and zucchini.
