Chimichurri Scallops and Noodles

Chimichurri Scallops and Noodles

Dinner Day 28

Recipe
Prep Time: 10 Total Time: 25 min Servings:1
Ingredients

• 1 cup scallops, rinsed
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 1/4 cup zucchini noodles
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onions
• 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
• 2 garlic gloves, minced and divided
• 1 bunch chopped parsley
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1/4 tsp dry oregano
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a saucepan over medium to low heat add onion and 1 clove of minced garlic.  Cook until onions are translucent.  Then add scallops to saucepan, add 2 tbsp water and season with salt and pepper.  Cover and cook 5 minutes then flip.  Add zucchini noodles, mushrooms, and tomatoes.  Cover and cook until scallops are cooked all the way through and zucchini is tender.
2.  Chimichurri Sauce- While scallops and vegetables are cooking, in a food processor add parsley, red pepper, oregano, lime juice, and salt.  Blend until everything is combined and evenly chopped.
3. Turn saucepan heat off and toss with sauce.  Plate and serve.