SEARED SCALLOPS NICOISE

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In this take on traditional Nicoise salad, scallops replace the usual tuna. Slice very large scallops in half crosswise before sprinkling them with the peppercorn mixture.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 teaspoons each whole pink peppercorns, dried green peppercorns, white peppercorns, and black peppercorns
2 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
7 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds haricots verts, stem ends trimmed
1 1/2 pounds (about 2 cups) fava beans, shelled
1 pound sea scallops
1/2 cup Nicoise olives (about 3 ounces)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
12 small red tomatoes, halved
12 small orange tomatoes, halved
3 eggs, hard-boiled, cut into 8 wedges
Fresh tarragon, for garnish
Lemon wedges, (optional)

Steps:

  • In a spice grinder or clean coffee grinder, coarsely grind each type of peppercorn separately. Transfer to a small bowl, and toss to combine. Set aside.
  • In another small bowl, mix vinegar and mustard; add 6 tablespoons oil in a slow steady stream, whisking continuously. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and set dressing aside.
  • Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add haricots verts, and cook until bright green and just tender, about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, lift beans from water, and transfer to the ice bath to cool. Remove from ice bath with slotted spoon; transfer to a clean kitchen towel. Pat dry; transfer beans to a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Return the water to a boil. Add fava beans, and cook until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to the ice bath. Drain in a colander. Remove and discard inner skins from fava beans, and add beans to haricots verts.
  • Sprinkle scallops with salt and reserved peppercorn mixture. Heat a cast-iron skillet until very hot over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil. Add half the scallops, and cook until well browned, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate, and set aside.
  • Add remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil to the skillet. Repeat with the remaining scallops, and transfer to the plate.
  • Add olives, onion, tomatoes, and reserved dressing to beans; toss to combine.
  • Arrange salad on six plates. Top with eggs and scallops; garnish with tarragon. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Tammy Taylor
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I love the presentation of this dish. The scallops are arranged beautifully on top of the Nicoise salad.


Niraj Prajapati
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Md jilal Hossen firuz
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the Nicoise salad was a great addition.


Bedi Wisdom
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes that don't require a lot of ingredients or steps.


Alma William
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my scallops turned out rubbery. I think I might have overcooked them.


Frp Bypass
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Chachar Sahab
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The scallops are perfectly cooked and the Nicoise salad is a great way to balance out the richness of the scallops.


Bville Chunkster
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This is my go-to recipe for scallops. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


The Aliraza
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the Nicoise salad is a great way to add some freshness to the dish.


Asithandile Mbopha
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The scallops are sure to be a hit.


ABDUL KADER SAGOR
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I'm not a big fan of scallops, but I loved this recipe. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the Nicoise salad was a great addition.


Nuwan chathuranga Jr
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. The scallops are elegant and the Nicoise salad is a great way to add some color and freshness to the dish.


Nasir Stilley
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The scallops were delicious, but the Nicoise salad was a bit bland. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices to the salad.


Rojina Tuladhar
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me. I prefer simpler dishes that don't require a lot of ingredients or steps.


Kenny Buka
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I love this recipe! The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the Nicoise salad is a great way to add some freshness to the dish. I've made this several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


MAXAMAD
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the Nicoise salad was a great way to balance out the richness of the scallops. I will definitely be making this again.


Nooblion 2
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The scallops were a bit overcooked for my taste, but the Nicoise salad was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would cook the scallops for a shorter amount of time.


Love Jonez
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This was my first time cooking scallops and they turned out amazing! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive. The scallops were perfectly seared and the Nicoise salad was a great accompaniment. I will definitely be making this a


Sarah Nakibugwe
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These scallops were cooked to perfection! The sear was golden brown and the inside was tender and juicy. The Nicoise salad was also delicious, with fresh and flavorful ingredients. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a deli


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