Made with AI
Sicilian Scallop Salad with Asti-Spumanti Citrus Dressing
30 min 174 kcal per serving Medium
Ingredients
4 Servings
- sea scallops16 pieces (about 480g)
- mixed baby greens4 cups
- cherry tomatoes1 cup
- orange1 medium (about 130g, segmented)
- capers1 tablespoon
- Asti Spumanti sparkling wine2 tablespoons
- extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoons
- lemon juice1 tablespoon
- sea salt1 teaspoon
- black pepper0,5 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with half of the sea salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of the extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
When the oil is hot, add the scallops in a single layer. Sear for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the Asti Spumanti sparkling wine, lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and the rest of the sea salt and black pepper to make the dressing.
- 5
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed baby greens, cherry tomatoes, orange segments, and capers.
- 6
Drizzle the Asti Spumanti citrus dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- 7
Arrange the seared scallops on top of the salad.
- 8
Serve immediately, garnished with extra orange zest or fresh herbs if desired.
