Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes
Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes balances sweet citrus-marinated scallops with grilled squash, zucchini, and meaty portobellos. Juicy tomatoes are filled with cheesy broccoli and brown rice for a comforting, all-in-one plate. Serve this bright, Cuban-inspired meal for a summer dinner or a special weeknight that calls for fresh flavors and satisfying textures.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 63 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 73
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 63
- Digestive
- 50
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 69
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and sugar until the seasonings dissolve. Add the scallops, yellow squash, zucchinis, and portobello mushroom to the mojito marinade and toss to coat.
- 2
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 4
Thread onto a skewer, in order, a piece of mushroom, yellow squash, zucchini, and a scallop. Repeat so there are two of each item on the skewer; repeat with the remaining skewers. Evenly sprinkle fresh basil over the skewers.
- 5
Using a spoon, carefully remove the tomato insides and discard the tomato insides.
- 6
Pour the broccoli with cheese sauce into a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until the broccoli is tender and the sauce is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
- 7
Stir the broccoli with cheese sauce and the rice together in a bowl, then spoon the mixture into the hollowed-out tomatoes. Place 2 strips of American cheese on top in a crossing pattern.
- 8
Bake the skewers in the preheated oven until the scallops are cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
- 9
Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 10
Bake the tomatoes in the oven until the cheese is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes. Serve with the skewers.
- Calories 972.82 kcal High 49%
- Protein 45.56 g Good Source 91%
- Carbohydrate 197.08 g 72%
- Total Fat 8.43 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 0.43 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 29.42 mg Moderate 10%
- Sodium 388.44 mg Moderate 17%
- Dietary Fiber 23.56 g Good Source 84%
- Total Sugars 40.7 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 235.64 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 7.0 mg Good Source 39%
- Potassium 3220.08 mg Good Source 69%
- Vitamin A 126.82 mcg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin C 249.77 mg Good Source 278%
- Vitamin D 0.29 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli Rice Stuffed Tomatoes is made with 16 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 55 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Broccoli, Brown Rice, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 972.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Broccoli, Brown Rice, Fresh Basil, Garlic Powder. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 972.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 10 steps.
- Is Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes healthy?
- Mamita's Mojito Scallop Skewers with Broccoli-Rice Stuffed Tomatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 65/100. Per serving, it provides 972.82 calories and 45.56 g of protein, or 91% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 388.44 mg (17% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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