Seared Scallops with Spicy Red Pepper Sauce

Name: Seared Scallops with Spicy Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 large scallops; 2/3 cup almonds; 2 large roasted red bell peppers (or one 16-ounce jar, drained); 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 3/4 teaspoon red chili flakes, plus more for serving; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Kosher salt; Sweet paprika, for serving

Pan-seared scallops served over a spicy roasted red pepper and almond sauce, finished with crushed almonds and paprika.

Glycemic Load: 0.8 (Low)

89 calories per serving

Serves: 4

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Original recipe: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/seared-scallops/

About This Calculation

Seared Scallops with Spicy Red Pepper Sauce has a low glycemic load of 0.8 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are roasted red bell peppers (GL 0.4), almonds (GL 0.3), garlic clove (GL 0.0). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.