Coquilles St. Jacques Minceur

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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Light and elegant baked scallops with a crisp buttery breadcrumb topping
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This lighter take on the classic French dish features tender scallops nestled in a savory bed of chopped mushrooms and fresh parsley. The “minceur” approach keeps it lean by using minimal butter for the topping, focusing instead on the natural sweetness of the seafood. A splash of white wine and bright lemon juice adds a zesty, aromatic lift that cuts through the richness. Perfect for a quick yet sophisticated weeknight dinner or a light lunch, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor without the heavy cream. The microwave method ensures quick cooking, preserving the delicate texture of the scallops while the toasted breadcrumb crust adds a satisfying crunch.

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Coquilles St. Jacques Minceur

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 161.3

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This lighter take on the classic French dish features tender scallops nestled in a savory bed of chopped mushrooms and fresh parsley. The "minceur" approach keeps it lean by using minimal butter for the topping, focusing instead on the natural sweetness of the seafood. A splash of white wine and bright lemon juice adds a zesty, aromatic lift that cuts through the richness. Perfect for a quick yet sophisticated weeknight dinner or a light lunch, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor without the heavy cream. The microwave method ensures quick cooking, preserving the delicate texture of the scallops while the toasted breadcrumb crust adds a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your microwave or prepare a microwave-safe rack for cooking.
  2. Divide the scallops evenly among 4 ramekins or coquille shells.
  3. Top each portion of scallops with an equal amount of chopped mushrooms and parsley.
  4. Sprinkle each dish with 1 teaspoon of white wine and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
  5. Season generously with ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Arrange the ramekins in a circular pattern in the microwave, leaving at least 1 inch of space between each dish.
  7. Cover each dish loosely with a paper towel to prevent splattering.
  8. Microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes.
  9. Carefully rearrange the dishes in the microwave to ensure even cooking.
  10. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until the scallops are opaque and firm to the touch.
  11. Remove the ramekins from the microwave and let them stand for a minute while you prepare the topping.
  12. In a microwave-safe glass measuring cup, combine dry bread crumbs and butter.
  13. Microwave the butter and crumbs for 1 1/2 minutes, or until the butter is melted.
  14. Stir the mixture vigorously to blend the crumbs and butter thoroughly.
  15. Spoon the buttered breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of each scallop dish.
  16. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 161.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3g2%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 59.6mg20%
Sodium 955.1mg40%
Total Carbohydrate 10.6g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 9.9g
Protein 23.0g46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: scallops, mushrooms, light, healthy, seafood, microwave, quick, easy, dinner, lemon, wine, bread crumbs, low fat, minceur, french, appetizer, shellfish, parsley, toasted, crunchy
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