Seared Scallop Salad with Grapefruit

This light main dish salad is the kind you could easily see on the menu of a high-end restaurant, only making it at home will be a fraction of the cost. It’s simple to make and elegant enough to impress guests. More salad recipes I love with scallops are this Pan Seared Scallops with Baby Greens and Citrus Mojo Vinaigrette and Sea Scallops, Arugula and Beet Salad.

I’ve been on a grapefruit kick lately, and even if you’re not a huge fan, I think you would really love the flavor combination in this easy scallop salad. It’s great for lunch or a light dinner and ready in less than 20 minutes.

How to Cook Scallops

These seared scallops cook in just a few minutes. Make sure not to overcook them so they don’t become rubbery.

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels. Season the scallops with salt and pepper. Heat the pan and let it get very hot before adding oil and scallops. Sear the scallops for a few minutes on high heat. Don’t touch them once they’re in the pan – you want the bottoms to get a caramel-colored crust before flipping. Turn and cook for one more minute. The scallops will be done when they are still slightly translucent, which you can check by looking at them from the side.

What is champagne vinaigrette made of?

The dressing for this scallop salad is a champagne vinaigrette with six ingredients.

Olive oil Champagne vinegar (white wine vinegar will also work) Grapefruit juice Shallots Salt and pepper

Scallop Salad Variations:

Protein: Swap the scallops for salmon or shrimp. Fruit: Sub oranges for grapefruit. Vegetables: Add sliced fennel or avocado. Greens: Serve over mixed greens if you’re not a fan of arugula or spinach.

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