Warm Pear and Scallop Salad
Delight your taste buds with the elegant fusion of flavors in this Warm Pear and Scallop Salad—a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and fresh elements. Juicy, caramelized pear slices and perfectly seared sea scallops take center stage, paired with a bed of crisp mixed greens. The dish is brought to life with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette, infused with hints of honey, Dijon mustard, and thyme for a subtle tangy sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is an impressive yet simple option for a comforting dinner or a show-stopping starter. Perfectly balanced and bursting with seasonal charm, this warm salad is a celebration of freshness and gourmet simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 large sea scallops
- 2 pears (ripe but firm)
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the scallops and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove the tough muscle on the side if present.
Core the pears and slice them into thin wedges (about 8 slices per pear).
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, thyme leaves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the scallops with salt and black pepper. Place them in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the pear slices. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pears are caramelized and tender but not mushy.
In a large serving bowl or on individual plates, arrange the mixed salad greens. Top with the warm pears and seared scallops.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss or leave it for individual serving. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 4987 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.8 g | ||
| Protein | 79.1 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2265 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
