Spinach and Scallop Salad w/dressing
Source of Recipe
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List of Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 large shallots, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
16 large sea scallops (about 1 pound)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 (6-ounce) packages fresh baby spinach
Balsamic-Lemon Vinaigrette*Recipe
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and next 4 ingredients; cook 15 minutes or until pine nuts are golden brown. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
Combine scallops and lemon juice. Coat food rack with cooking spray; place on grill over medium-high heat. Place scallops on rack, and grill 5 minutes on each side or until done. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
Combine spinach and 1 cup Balsamic-Lemon Vinaigrette in a large bowl, tossing to coat. Reserve remaining vinaigrette for another use. Arrange spinach mixture and scallops on plates. Sprinkle with pine nut mix.
Yield: Makes 8 servings
*Balsamic Lemon Vinaigrette Yield: Makes 2 2/3 cups
2 cups olive oil
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Combine all ingredients in a jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously.
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