This recipe for Seared Scallops with Swiss Chard with Red Peppers, Apricots and Pine Nuts is healthy and delicious! Feel free to switch out the scallops for your favorite meat or fish, or leave them out all together. The Swiss Chard is also a great choice for a vegetarian entree during the holidays!Watch how it's made in the recipe description below, or on my YouTube channel.
Remove stems from chard and coarsely chop leaves and stems.In medium saucepan cook chard and stems over high heat in enough boiling water to cover for 10 minutes; drain well. Meanwhile, in large skillet lightly sprayed with nonstick cooking spray cook and stir sweet pepper and garlic over medium-high heat for 3 minutes or until light brown. Add chard; cook and stir for 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in apricots and pine nuts. Keep warm until ready for service.
Make the Scallops
Rinse scallops and pat dry. Remove the fibrous hinge of the side of the scallops. Lightly spray a pan with cooking spray and cook the scallops on both sides until opaque inside and golden brown.
Serve with the scallops with a serving of the Swiss chard and fresh-cooked couscous, if desired.