Scallops With Avocado Salsa: A Delightful Culinary Symphony
Indulge in a delectable journey of flavors with our tantalizing recipe for Scallops With Avocado Salsa. This dish embodies a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, featuring succulent seared scallops complemented by a vibrant avocado salsa. The avocado salsa, crafted with fresh avocados, zesty citrus, and a hint of spice, adds a refreshing and creamy touch to the richness of the scallops. Whether you're seeking an elegant appetizer or a delightful main course, this recipe promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Join us as we navigate the steps to create this masterpiece, ensuring you impress your palate and captivate your guests with every bite.
SEARED SCALLOPS WITH A CORN, BACON AND AVOCADO RELISH
Steps:
- Take a small bowl and place it upside-down inside a large bowl. (This will provide a small stand for your corn, making it easier to remove the kernels, and the large bowl will catch them as the fall, avoiding a mess.) Using a knife, remove the kernels from the corn, letting them fall into the bowl.
- Dice the onion and red bell pepper and add them to the bowl with the corn. Add 1 tablespoon of the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Mix to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Set a pan over medium heat and add some oil. Add the corn mixture to the pan and cook until the onions begin to soften, tossing occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- Sprinkle the sea scallops with salt and pepper. Set a pan over medium-high heat and add some oil. Add the scallops and sear until golden in color, about 1 minute on each side. Remove from the heat and let rest.
- Dice the avocados and add them to the corn relish along with the chopped bacon. Season with salt and pepper and mix together.
- Evenly distribute the relish among 4 plates and top each with 4 scallops. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon parsley and a squeeze of lemon.
SCALLOPS WITH AVOCADO SALSA
This is an awesome accidental find that I came across on msn.com, credited to Food & Wine. I can't possibly express how delicious this dish is. Each component is wonderful- it's almost a three-for-one deal- one recipe with 3 things that you can make just on their own. I hope you enjoy this as much as we did. Couldn't wait to share with you all!
Provided by MrsMM
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine basil, lime juice, olive oil, onion, jalapeno and garlic.
- With rubber spatula, gently fold in the avocados.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil until shimmering. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and cook over high heat until browned outside, but still rare in the center- about 2 minutes per side.
- Transfer scallops to warmed platter- keep them warm.
- Add water and tomatoes to the same skillet and cook over med-high heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom until the water has reduced- this happens in about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the balsamic vinegar.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the tomato sauce over the scallops and serve with avocado salsa on the side.
- *Use the salsa and the sauce on steak, shrimp, with chips, in a sandwich -- the possibilities are endless!
YUCATAN SCALLOPS WITH AVOCADO SALSA RECIPE
Provided by ALICJA
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Carefully remove any adductor tissue(the little firm piece of flesh on the side of the scallops)from the scallops.Place the scallops in a bowl.Open the packet of achiote powder and sprinkle it over the scallops.Add half of the olive oil and toss to coat the scallops thoroughly.Let the scallops marinate in the fridge for 1 hour,stirring occasionally. Add the other halfe of olive oil to a medium-hot pan or spray cooking oil onto a hot grill and add the scallops.Cook the scallops on one side for 3 min.then flip and cook another 2 min.do not overcook.Scallops can be eaten raw and in the recipe are beast served medium-rere.Divide the salsa among the plates and top with 6 scallops per portion.Garnish each with a spring of fresh cilantro.
GRILLED SCALLOPS WITH AVOCADO CREAM AND SALSA
I have been experimenting with a few recipes that I found on Newman's Own web site and this one was real winner! Didn't calculate marinating time of one hour.
Provided by Manami
Categories Lime
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a medium ceramic or glass bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of oil, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, ½ teaspoons of grated zest, ¼ teaspoons of salt, cumin, pepper and crushed red pepper flakes (if using.)
- Add the scallops and marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for 1 hour(remember the lime juice can cook the scallops if kept there too long and they may become rubbery.)
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the tortilla wedges in batches and cook until golden brown on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Drain the wedges on paper towels.
- Peel, pit, and coarsely mash the avocados in another medium bowl.
- Stir in the onion, yogurt, and remaining lime juice, zest, and salt.
- When ready to serve, preheat the grill or broiler. In a broiler pan, cook the scallops about 3 inches from the heat until cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- To serve, spread 2 teaspoons of avocado cream on each tortilla wedge.
- Top with 1 tablespoons of lettuce and 1 scallop, and finish with about 1 tablespoons of salsa.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.8, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 503.6, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 14
SCALLOPS WITH AVOCADO SALSA
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the basil, lime juice, olive oil, onion, jalapeno and garlic. With a rubber spatula, gently fold in the avocados and season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil until shimmering. Season the scallops with salt and pepper and cook over high heat until browned outside but still rare in the center, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the scallops to a warmed platter. Add the water and tomoatoes to the skillet and cook over moderately high heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, until the water has reduced to 2 tablspoons, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Pour the pan sauce over the scallops and serve the avocado salsa on the side. Variations: Use the avocado salsa on steak, with bioled shrimp, in a chicken sandwich or with tortilla chips.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality scallops: Look for plump, opaque scallops with a sweet, briny smell. Avoid any that are slimy or have an off odor.
- Sear the scallops properly: Sear the scallops in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are browned and slightly caramelized. This will create a delicious crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
- Make sure the avocado salsa is fresh: Use ripe avocados and fresh cilantro, tomatoes, and onions for the salsa. This will give it the best flavor and texture.
- Serve the scallops immediately: Scallops are best served immediately after they are cooked. This will prevent them from becoming overcooked and tough.
Conclusion:
Scallops with Avocado Salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The scallops are seared to perfection and paired with a refreshing and flavorful avocado salsa. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave you wanting more.
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