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Seared Scallop Salad with Prosciutto Crisps

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Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr







Be sure to pat the scallops dry to ensure an even sear. Also, if serrano ham is available, it makes a tasty substitute for the prosciutto.

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Ingredients

  • 5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallots
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup sliced English cucumber
  • 1 ounce prosciutto, thinly sliced
  • 16 sea scallops (about 1 pound)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Details

Adapted from myrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine 1 tablespoon oil, cider vinegar, minced shallots, and Dijon mustard in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and cucumber to bowl; toss gently to coat.

2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced prosciutto to pan; cook 3 minutes or until prosciutto is crisp; coarsely chop. Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt. Add remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil to pan; swirl to coat pan. Add scallops to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Place 4 scallops and 2/3 cup salad mixture on each of 4 plates; sprinkle with prosciutto.

Note:
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