SCALLOPS WITH WATERCRESS SALAD

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 strips bacon
2 bunches watercress, thick stems trimmed
2 Kirby cucumbers, cut into spears
1 bunch radishes, quartered
1/3 cup instant flour (such as Wondra)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 to 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/3 pounds large sea scallops (about 16)
Juice of 1 lemon
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives
4 thick slices rustic bread, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a medium nonstick skillet until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; reserve the skillet.
  • Divide the watercress, cucumbers and radishes among plates.
  • Season the flour with salt and pepper in a shallow dish. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings from the skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat over medium heat. Working in batches, toss the scallops in the flour and cook until golden on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Turn and cook until golden on the other side, about 2 more minutes (add 1 tablespoon oil, if necessary).
  • Arrange the scallops over the salads. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and the lemon juice to the skillet, then remove from the heat and add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, swirling the pan to release the browned bits. Crumble the bacon and add to the skillet along with the chives, and salt and pepper to taste; swirl to combine, then pour over the salads. Serve with the bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 56 milligrams, Sodium 731 milligrams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 38 grams

Bella Clinch
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was very good.


Bereket Beyene
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Overall, I thought this dish was very good. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the salad was a nice accompaniment.


Stella Morris Ohaesokam
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I was a bit disappointed with this dish. The scallops were tough and the salad was bland.


Lindsey Backward
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Khadija Touray
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The scallops were a bit gritty, but the salad was delicious.


Sohid Hossen
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Oupa Jan
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Not a fan of scallops, but the salad was nice.


Khanyisile Ndlovu
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This dish was easy to make and very impressive. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the salad was a nice contrast.


Omolara afolabi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The scallops were seared beautifully and the salad was light and flavorful.


Bryan Ebube
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The scallops were a bit overcooked, but the salad was delicious.


ABDULLAH • MAHAR
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These scallops were cooked to perfection and the watercress salad was a refreshing accompaniment. I will definitely be making this dish again!