Scaloppine al Limone

Scaloppine al Limone is a delightful Italian dish featuring tender veal scaloppine simmered in a bright and zesty lemon sauce. This high-protein meal is perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner.

Ingredients

• Veal cutlets - 300 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Unsalted butter - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh lemon juice - 60 ml
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 100 ml
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Place the veal cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1 cm.
2. Season the veal cutlets with salt and black pepper, then dredge them in flour, shaking off the excess.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and half of the butter over medium-high heat until hot.
4. Add the veal cutlets to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cutlets and set aside on a plate.
5. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
7. Return the veal cutlets to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing them to soak in the lemon sauce.
8. Remove from heat, stir in the remaining butter and chopped parsley, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 590 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from lemon and parsley, which can boost immunity.

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