Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette
Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette balance caramelized, buttery scallops with a lively jalapeño dressing and fresh orange segments. The heat is gentle and bright, cutting through the richness while the citrus adds a juicy, sweet finish. Serve this elegant seafood dish for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive starter at a dinner gathering.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette, 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 DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 45 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Add the jalapeño, rice vinegar, olive oil, and mustard to a blender. Blend on high until fully liquefied, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Sprinkle the scallops with sea salt and cayenne pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the scallops to the skillet and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Move them to a plate. Garnish the scallops with orange segments and drizzle the jalapeño vinaigrette on top.
- Calories 249.46 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 12.62 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 14.45 g 5%
- Total Fat 17.26 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 2.46 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 22.08 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 110.65 mg Low Source 5%
- Dietary Fiber 0.71 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 0.51 g --
- Added Sugars 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 14.42 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.4 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 58.53 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 18.61 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 6.18 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Mustard
About This Recipe
Pan Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Jalapeño Pepper, and Mandarin Orange Segments. Each serving provides about 249.46 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Jalapeño Pepper, Mandarin Orange Segments, Olive Oil. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 249.46 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette healthy?
- Pan-Seared Scallops with Jalapeño Citrus Vinaigrette has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 249.46 calories and 12.62 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.46 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish and Mustard, 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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