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SCALLOPS WITH SPICY PAPAYA SAUCE

Serves 2
Each serving equals 1¼ cups of fruit or vegetables
 

Ingredients

• 1 small papaya, peeled, seeded and chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• ½ red onion, chopped
• 2 tbsps fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp minced jalapeno peppers
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 pound sea scallops
• salt and pepper to taste
 

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine papaya, red pepper, jalapeno onion, limejuice, and cilantro. Set aside.

In a large sealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper, scallops, and shake to coat.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and add scallops; cook and stir until golden.

Place scallops over papaya sauce and serve immediately.
 

Nutrition information per serving: Calories 349, Protein 40.3g, Fat 8.8g, Sodium 1534mg, Cholesterol 75mg, Carbohydrates 26.5g, Fiber 3.4g.
 

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