Grilled Scallops with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Nov 22, 2019

Ingredients:

  • 10 ounces Sea Scallops
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin oil

Avocado Sauce:

  • 1/2 avocado
  • 3 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup low sodium vegetable broth
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

Directions:

Mix oil, cumin and lime juice, add scallops and stir to coat. Grill scallops over direct heat 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until they are opaque. For the avocado sauce, purée avocado, yogurt, lime juice and vegetable broth in a blender until smooth. Stir in chives. Divide avocado sauce and spoon onto plates. Arrange scallops on sauce and serve. Serves 3.

Nutritional Information per Serving:
Calories: 258 Protein: 27g Carbs: 3g Fat: 14g

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