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Scallop Piccata with Creamy Orzo
and steamed green beans
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 3 days
Contains: Shellfish, Milk, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Fiber-Rich
- Pescatarian
- Protein-Packed
- Mediterranean
Chef
Hannah Fenton
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 8 oz. Patagonian Petite Scallops
- 8 oz. Green Beans
- 4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 4 oz. Orzo Pasta
- 1 oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
- ½ oz. Capers
- 0.28 oz. Lemon Juice
- ¼ oz. Parsley
- 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
- ½ tsp. Lemon N Herb Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories570
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Carbohydrates52g
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Net Carbs46g
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Fat25g
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Protein38g
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Sodium1840mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Butter
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 2 Medium Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using diced chicken breasts, pat dry. Stir occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes.
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If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.
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If using steak strips, pat dry, coarsely chop, then separate pieces. Stir occasionally until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim green beans, if necessary.
Mince parsley.Pat scallops dry and season all over with lemon n herb seasoning. Scallops will vary in amount as they are portioned by weight. Don't worry, the sweet flavor and tender texture will be the same. -
2 Cook the Orzo
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat.
Add 1 1/3 cups water, cream base, and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.Once simmering, add orzo and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until water is almost completely absorbed and orzo is tender, 8-10 minutes.Remove from burner. Stir in 3/4 the cheese (reserve remaining for garnish) and half the roasted garlic & herb butter (reserve remaining for scallops) until combined.While orzo cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Steam the Green Beans
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine green beans and 2 Tbsp. water. Cover with a damp paper towel.
Microwave covered until tender, 6-8 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave and drain any excess liquid. Stir in 1/2 Tbsp. plain butter, a pinch of salt, and garlic pepper until combined.While green beans steam, continue recipe. -
4 Cook Scallops and Finish Dish
Place another medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add scallops to hot pan and cook undisturbed, 90 seconds.After 90 seconds, stir occasionally until scallops reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 60-90 seconds.Stir in remaining roasted garlic & herb butter, lemon juice, and capers until combined, 30-60 seconds.Remove from burner and stir in 1 tsp. parsley until combined.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping orzo with scallops and remaining cheese. Bon appétit!
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