Best 7 Sea Scallop Salad With Meyer Lemon And Pomegranate Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to crafting a delectable sea scallop salad, infused with the vibrant flavors of Meyer lemon and pomegranate. This refreshing dish celebrates the delicate sweetness of sea scallops, complemented by the tangy zest of Meyer lemons and the jewel-like crunch of pomegranate seeds. As you dive into this culinary adventure, discover the secrets to selecting the freshest ingredients, mastering the art of perfectly seared scallops, and creating a harmonious dressing that elevates the flavors of this salad to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking inspiration, this article will guide you through every step, ensuring a delightful and memorable dining experience.

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SEA SCALLOP SALAD WITH MEYER LEMON AND POMEGRANATE



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Provided by David Tanis

Categories     quick, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Meyer lemon, peel on, diced very small (about 1/2 cup)
1 large shallot, finely diced
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Olive oil
8 large sea scallops (about 3/4 pound)
Small head radicchio or treviso, torn in large pieces
2 small Belgian endives, red or white, leaves separated
Handful of arugula leaves or watercress, optional
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Make the vinaigrette: Put lemon and shallot in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, add vinegar, and stir to dissolve salt. Stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Taste and correct for salt and vinegar. Set aside at room temperature.
  • Season sea scallops on both sides with salt and pepper. Drizzle with 2 teaspoons olive oil.
  • Place a wide cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, and swirl to coat bottom of pan. When oil looks wavy, place scallops carefully in pan without crowding. Adjust heat to allow scallops to sizzle briskly. Do not move scallops for at least 2 minutes so that a crisp skin can form.
  • After 2 minutes, check to see how scallops are browning. Adjust heat if necessary (if heat is too high, scallops will blacken instead). It should take 4 to 5 minutes to get a well-browned surface. Turn scallops over with tongs or a small metal spatula, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until firm and cooked through. Remove to a plate lined with a paper towel, keeping scallops browned-side up.
  • Divide radicchio, endive and arugula among 4 large salad plates. Place 2 warm scallops in the center of each plate. Stir vinaigrette vigorously and spoon about a teaspoon on each scallop. Drizzle remaining vinaigrette evenly over each salad. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 119, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 446 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH POMEGRANATE-DRESSED SALAD



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You'll find pomegranate molasses (a syrup like reduction of nutrient-rich pomegranate juice) at Middle Eastern markets and specialty stores.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel seed
Coarse salt and ground white pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
16 medium-size scallops
1 bulb fennel, tough outer leaves discarded, halved lengthwise, cored, and thinly sliced crosswise
1 bunch arugula, tough stems discarded, well washed (2 cups)
1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 tablespoons minced chives
1 ripe avocado, diced
1/4 cup fresh pomegranate seeds, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together pomegranate molasses, olive oil, ground ginger, and ground fennel; season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season scallops with salt and pepper. When the oil is very hot, add as many scallops as will fit in a single layer, with at least 1/2 inch of space between them, and cook without turning until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn scallops over and cook 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until centers are slightly translucent. Repeat with remaining scallops.
  • Whisk dressing to combine. Add fennel, arugula, parsley leaves, and chives. Toss well. Add avocado and toss again. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  • To serve, put the salad in the center of a platter and arrange scallops on top. If desired, garnish with pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g

EASY GARLIC-LEMON SCALLOPS



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Scallops sauteed in butter and garlic will melt in your mouth. Lemon juice gives it a nice kick.

Provided by Button

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup butter
3 tablespoons minced garlic
2 pounds large sea scallops
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, and cook for a few seconds until fragrant. Add scallops, and cook for several minutes on one side, then turn over, and continue cooking until firm and opaque.
  • Remove scallops to a platter, then whisk salt, pepper, and lemon juice into butter. Pour sauce over scallops to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 152.4 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 38.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 987.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

SPECIAL SCALLOP SALAD



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What an easy way to fix a special and delicious meal. The balsamic, tarragon and honey blend beautifully. -Mary E. Relyea, Canastota, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon fresh minced chives
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped tomato

Steps:

  • 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., 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., Divide greens, carrots and tomato among four plates; top with scallops. Drizzle with dressing; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 821mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CORIANDER CRUSTED GRILLED SEA SCALLOPS WITH CHICKPEA SALAD, RED PEPPER VINAIGRETTE AND CILANTRO OIL



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 31

1/2 cup coriander seed (toasted and ground)
2 tablespoons cumin seeds (toasted and ground)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
Olive oil
Chickpea Salad, recipe follows
16 large sea scallops
Red Pepper Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Cilantro Oil, recipe follows
Cilantro sprigs
2 cups chickpeas, soaked and cooked, or if using canned, drained and rinsed
2 serrano peppers, grilled, peeled, seeded and julienned
1/2 cup red pepper, brunoise
1/2 cup yellow pepper, brunoise
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped chives
Salt and freshly ground pepper
8 red peppers, juiced and strained
1 tablespoon honey
Pinch of saffron
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
3/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons chives
1/4 cup spinach leaves
1 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Combine the ground coriander, cumin and salt in a medium bowl. Brush the scallops with olive oil and dredge on one side only. Grill scallops, spice side down for 2 minutes or until golden brown, turn over and continue grilling for 1 to 2 minutes until just cooked through. Place chickpea salad in the center of the plate, top with 4 scallops per person. Pour vinaigrette around the plate and drizzle with cilantro oil. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Heat juice of peppers with honey, saffron, onion, and vinegar until reduced by half or to a thickened consistency. Place in a blender and slowly add the oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in a squeeze bottle
  • Blend all ingredients in a blender for about 4 to 5 minutes or, until smooth. Place in a strainer lined with cheesecloth, set over a medium bowl and let the oil slowly drip, do not push through. Place oil in a squeeze bottle.

SPICY SEARED SCALLOP SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 pound fresh sea scallops
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of cayenne
Salt and pepper
1 clove garlic, smashed
1/2 cup olive oil
Mixed greens
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1/2 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips

Steps:

  • Rinse sea scallops and pat dry with a towel. In a small bowl, mix together the cayenne, black pepper and garlic salt. Gently roll the scallops in the spices. Heat a non stick skillet over medium high heat until very hot. Pour in the oil and heat until it just begins to smoke. Carefully place each scallop in the pan with scallops flat side down. Cook for 2 minutes per side flipping them once.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the vinegar, mayonnaise, mustard, cayenne, salt and pepper and garlic. Slowly whisk in the olive oil in a stream. Combine the mixed greens and bell peppers in a large bowl. When the scallops are done, toss the dressing with the greens. Serve the scallops on top of the dressed greens

SEARED SCALLOPS WITH POMEGRANATE SAUCE



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Make and share this Seared Scallops With Pomegranate Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ellie3763

Categories     Fruit

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large pomegranates, halved crosswise
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 dash ground red pepper
1 1/2 lbs sea scallops
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 cups trimmed watercress (about 1 bunch)
3/4 cup pomegranate seeds (about 1 pomegranate)

Steps:

  • Squeeze juice from pomegranate halves using a citrus reamer or juicer to measure 1 cup.
  • Combine juice, vinegar, soy sauce, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and red pepper in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer until reduced by half (about 15 minutes), stirring frequently. Keep warm.
  • Rinse scallops; pat dry.
  • Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sprinkle scallops with salt, sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Add scallops to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Arrange 1/2 cup watercress on each of 6 plates; divide scallops evenly among plates.
  • Drizzle each serving with about 1 tablespoon sauce; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 40.9, Sodium 1099.9, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 26.6, Protein 24.6

Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor, choose high-quality sea scallops that are fresh and firm.
  • If you can't find Meyer lemons, regular lemons can be used instead, but the flavor will be slightly different.
  • Be careful not to overcook the scallops, as they will become tough.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the scallops in a pan over medium heat.
  • For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of greens, such as arugula, spinach, and kale.
  • Pomegranate seeds add a beautiful pop of color and a sweet-tart flavor to the salad.
  • The lemon-tahini dressing is a delicious and healthy way to add flavor to the salad.
  • This salad is best served immediately, but it can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

This sea scallop salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The scallops are perfectly grilled and the lemon-tahini dressing is a delicious and healthy way to add flavor. The salad is also packed with nutrients, making it a great choice for a healthy meal.

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