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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 T unsalted butter
- 1 large leek, white and pale green parts, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2" pieces and well rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, cored, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 1 (15oz) can lima beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 c green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2" pieces
- 4 ears fresh corn kernels
- 4 T chives, minced and separated
- 2 T fresh oregano, minced
- kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 T olive oil
- 12 large sea scallops, tough muscles removed
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 261g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 264 | |
| Calories from Fat 36 | 14% |
| Total Fat 4.14g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 1.51g | 6% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium 357mg | 15% |
| Potassium 757mg | 22% |
| Total Carbs 38.92g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.0g | 37% |
| Sugars 2.48g | 2% |
| Protein 19.69g | 32% |
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