GRILLED SCALLOPS WITH ORANGE-SCENTED QUINOA

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Grilled Scallops with Orange-Scented Quinoa image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups quinoa
Zest of 1 large orange
Kosher salt
Vegetable-oil cooking spray
Eighteen 1 1/2-to-2-inch scallops (about 1 1/2 pounds), tough muscle removed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 large orange)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
One 15-ounce can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • For the quinoa: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water, the quinoa, orange zest and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pan and cook until all the liquid has been absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes. Fluff with a fork, cover the pan and let the quinoa sit for 10 to 12 more minutes.
  • For the scallops: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Spray with cooking spray. Thread 3 scallops onto a skewer. Thread another skewer (alongside the first) through the scallops about 1/2-inch apart to make flipping the skewers easier. Repeat with the remaining scallops and skewers to make 6 skewers in total. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Grill until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth.
  • Place the quinoa in a large serving bowl. Add the dressing, beans and parsley. Toss until coated. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange the grilled scallops on top and serve.

Zoe Davis
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but the scallops turned out rubbery and the quinoa was mushy. I'm going to try this recipe again with different ingredients.


KENYA SPEAKS
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This dish was just okay. The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the quinoa was tasty. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Mohammad Yousuf
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This recipe is a keeper! The scallops were juicy and flavorful, and the quinoa was perfectly cooked. I loved the orange scent. It really added a nice touch.


Sheev Dempsey
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I really enjoyed this dish! The orange-scented quinoa was delicious and the scallops were cooked perfectly.


amir islam
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This dish was a disappointment. The scallops were overcooked and the quinoa was dry. I won't be making this recipe again.


Maureen Jark
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The scallops were a bit bland. I think I'll add some more seasoning next time.


Maliku Kashmiry
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The scallops were cooked evenly and the quinoa was fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Dewayne Hill
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This is my new favorite scallop recipe! The orange-scented quinoa is a perfect complement to the scallops. I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.


Agnes Attidore
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I followed the recipe exactly and the scallops turned out rubbery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Faiz Gondal
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This dish was amazing! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the quinoa was so fluffy and flavorful. I loved the orange scent. It really brought the dish together.


Zuhaib Alam
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The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the quinoa was tasty. I think I'll try again with a lower heat setting.


Sbonile Khumalo
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These scallops were cooked to perfection! They were juicy and flavorful, with a nice sear on the outside and a tender interior. The quinoa was also delicious, with a light orange scent that complemented the scallops beautifully. I would definitely ma


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