Smoky [Scallops] Saute with Garlic

By miss5elements

Ingredients

• 4 T EVOO
• 4 sliced garlic cloves
• 1 lb large scallops
• 1/2 t salt
• 1/4 t pepper
• 1.25 t smoked paprika
• 1/2 c dry white wine
• 2 c diced broccoli
• 1 sliced orange bell pepper
• 3 c cooked quinoa

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large skillet, heat the 3T oil over low heat.
2. Add garlic & cook 2 min.
3. Add [scallops], season w/salt & pepper & cook, tossing, over med heat, 30 sec.
4. Sprinkle w/smoked paprika & cook over med-high heat, 2 min.
5. Transfer to a large bowl.
6. Reduce wine in skillet; pour over [scallops].
7. To skillet, add 1T oil, broccoli, bell pepper, 1/4t smoked paprika, & a pinch of salt; toss.
8. Add 2T water & cook.
9. Return scallops to skillet to reheat.
10. Divide quinoa among 4 plates & top w/[scallop] saute.

To cook quinoa: In a saucepan, bring 1.5c water to a boil. Add 1c rinsed quinoa & simmer, covered, until water is absorbed & quinoa is tender, 15 min. Fluff w/a fork; season w/a pinch of salt. Makes 3 cups.