SOY-GLAZED SCALLOPS

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Two thumbs-ups for scallops-an amazing dinner option and an excellent source of vitamin B-12 and heart-healthy minerals such as magnesium. -April Korando, Ava, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds)

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Pour 1/3 cup marinade into a bowl or dish. Add the scallops; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes., Place remaining marinade in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until slightly thickened., Drain and discard marinade. Thread scallops onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-4 minutes on each side or until scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges