Winter Salad with Sauteed Bay Scallops
Winter Salad with Sauteed Bay Scallops is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Whisk orange juice and 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar in medium bowl to blend.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionWhisk orange juice and 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar in medium bowl to blend.
Whisk in 1/4 cup oil.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cut peel and pith from oranges; cut between membranes to release segments.
Whisk 1 tablespoon oil, orange peel, lime peel, lime juice, pepper, and 2 teaspoons vinegar in bowl for marinade. (Dressing, oranges, and marinade can be made 4 hours ahead; chill.
Bring dressing back to room temperature.) Mix scallops into marinade.
Let stand 10 minutes.
Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat.
Add scallops with marinade and sauté until just cooked through, about 2 minutes.
Season scallops to taste with salt.
Toss orange segments, mixed greens, and tomatoes in large bowl with enough dressing to coat.
Divide salad among plates.
Place scallops atop salads.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.