Scallops with Feta

Scallops with Feta is a delightful Paleo Greek seafood dish that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of scallops with the tangy creaminess of feta cheese. Lightly seasoned and sautéed, this dish is both refreshing and satisfying, making it ideal for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Scallops - 300 grams
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Place the scallops in the skillet in a single layer and season with sea salt and black pepper.
5. Cook the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
6. Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the scallops.
7. Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley until well combined.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids which support heart health.
• High in protein, aiding muscle recovery and growth.

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