Seared Scallops with Fresh Cherry Tomato Sauce over Freekeh

Nutritional Highlights

Freekeh is an ancient grain full of vitamins and minerals as well as fiber

Scallops are a good source of magnesium and potassium

Servings: 4

Cook freekeh according to package directions. Stir in extra-virgin olive oil and parsley; add salt and pepper to taste.
Heat 2 Tbsp of the oil in a 10-in cast-iron skillet over medium-high.
Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly for about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, 2 Tbsp basil, and salt and pepper to taste; cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes burst and release their juices, about 6-7 minutes. Continue to cook, until sauce thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cover to keep warm.
Wipe skillet clean. Pat scallops dry with paper towels, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat remaining 2 Tbsp oil in skillet over high.
Add scallops, and cook until golden brown, about 1 minute and 30 seconds per side - do not overcook.
Divide freekeh among serving plates; top each with about 2/3 c tomato sauce and 4 scallops. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 2 Tbsp basil.
Enjoy!

1/4 cup olive oil

1 cup thinly sliced sweet onion

1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic

2 pints cherry tomatoes

1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Kosher salt and pepper to taste

16 jumbo scallops

1 cup freekeh

Low sodium chicken or vegetable broth

1-2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

2 Tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley