Special Scallop Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home
Special Scallop Salad
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
What an easy way to fix a special and delicious meal. The balsamic, tarragon and honey blend beautifully. —Mary E. Relyea, Canastota, New York
Ingredients
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12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds)
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon pepper
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3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 tablespoon fresh minced chives
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
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2 teaspoons honey
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1/2 cup chopped tomato
Directions
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1.
Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sear 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from pan; keep warm.
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2.
In same pan, combine chives, vinegar, garlic, tarragon, honey, mustard and remaining oil. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 30 seconds.
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3.
Divide greens, carrots and tomato among 4 plates; top with scallops. Drizzle with dressing; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 247 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 821mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.
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