Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Makes: 4 servings

12 ounces sea scallops, thawed if frozen

2 lemons

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

1 medium red onion

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

2-3 fresh basil springs. including stems

2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, cut into strips (optional)

1. Rinse scallops and pat dry. Set aside.

2. With a sharp knife score one lemon lengthwise in four sections and remove the peel from each section. Scrape the white portion from the peel; discard. Cut the peel into very thin strips and set aside. Squeeze 2 tablespoons of juice from the lemon; reserve.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus and onion and cook 2-3 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving platter and keep warm.

4. Combine the lemon peel, basil springd and remaining olive oil in the skillet. Cook for 1 minute or until heated through. Remove the lemon and basil springs with a slotted spoon, leaving the oil in the skillet; discard.

5. Cook the scallops in the hot oil for 3-5 mintues or until opaque, turning once. Stir in the reserved lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6. Place the scallops over the asparagus mixture. Cut the remaining lemon into wedges. Garnish the scallops with the wedges and, if desired, the fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts per serving: 190 calories, 16g protein, 6g carbs, 11g fat (1g saturated), 1g fiber.

This just sounds so simple and delicious. I can across the recipe in Fitness Magazine's March issue. We are trying it for the first time tonight! I am serving the meal with a baked potato for Andrew and roasted cauliflower for me.

I'm sure I'm not in alone in shouting TGIF! It's been a great big, busy week and Friday nights sound so sweet. We are calling it an easy night at home tonight with dinner and a movie. This weekend is all about outdoor sports! The weather begs for snowboarding on Saturday - fresh snow! and a sunny Sunday bike ride in the woods. Wonderful. Enjoy the weekend whatever you do:)