Sea Scallops Over Wilted Spinach

A healthy seafood recipe with = 4 protein and .4 tsp sugar per serving.

Prep Time: 5 mins   Cook Time: 20 mins

This healthy recipe for sea scallops over wilted spinach is a perfect fresh meal to enjoy by the sea. It's a healthy recipe to please your family or guests. Plus, it's an easy-to-prepare meal for your weight loss program.

Recipe

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Yield: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb sea scallops, patted dry pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • 3 scallions minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 10 oz bag baby spinach
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the skillet
    Heat oil on medium-high heat in a large heavy skillet.
  2. Add sea scallops
    Add scallops and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes per side.
  3. Remove from heat
    Remove scallops from heat and set aside.
  4. Add scallions
    Add scallions and wine to the skillet, deglaze the pan by scraping bits from the bottom.
  5. Add spinach
    Add spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted, add lemon juice.
  6. Remove from heat
    Remove from heat and divide spinach among four plates and top with warm sea scallops.