Zamburiñas a la Plancha

Zamburiñas a la Plancha are succulent grilled scallops that highlight the natural sweetness of the seafood, enhanced with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. This dish is a delightful and healthy Spanish appetizer perfect for seafood lovers.

Zamburiñas a la Plancha
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
180 kcal

Ingredients

  • Zamburiñas (scallops) - 12 pieces
  • Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
  • Lemon - 1, juiced
  • Sea salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Rinse the zamburiñas under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Brush the zamburiñas with the olive oil mixture on both sides.
  5. Place the zamburiñas on the hot grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and slightly charred.
  6. Remove from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

Tags

SpanishHealthyAppetizer