Germaines Scallop Salad Recipes

SPECIAL SCALLOP SALAD

Steps:

• Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add scallops; sear 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and firm. Remove from pan; keep warm., In same pan, combine chives, vinegar, garlic, tarragon, honey, mustard and remaining oil. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 30 seconds., Divide greens, carrots and tomato among four plates; top with scallops. Drizzle with dressing; serve immediately.

GERMAINE'S SCALLOP SALAD

Steps:

• Rinse the scallops in cold water and trim. Cut sea scallops in half; leave bay or calico scallops whole. Marinate the scallops in the lemon juice, seasoned with pepper, for two hours at room temperature or overnight in refrigerator.
• Make a bed of shredded lettuce on a serving platter and arrange snow peas around the edge.
• In a blender, place the oil, vinegar, garlic, cut-up onion, sugar, mustard and chopped dill and blend until the mixture is smooth. If using a food processor, mince the onion and garlic before adding the remaining dressing ingredients.
• Drain the scallops and arrange on the lettuce. Spoon the dressing over the scallops.
• Sprinkle with the dill and pine nuts.

GERMAINE'S SCALLOP SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the scallops, lemon juice and white pepper in a large glass bowl. Cover and marinate for 2 hours at room temperature, or overnight in the refrigerator.
• In a blender or food processor, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, onion, sugar, mustard and 1/3 cup of the dill. Puree until smooth. Refrigerate.
• To serve, drain the scallops of their marinade and mix them with the dressing. Arrange the shredded lettuce on serving plates and spoon some scallops and dressing over it. Trim with snow peas and sprinkle with remaining dill and pine nuts.

SCALLOP, GREEN BEAN AND SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the bacon in a skillet until crisp. Set aside. Cook the beans according to package directions. Plunge into cold water until cool and drain. Season scallops with salt and pepper. Drain bacon fat out of skillet, add oil. Saute the scallops for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked and golden brown. Remove scallops, keep warm. Add the vinegar, water and mustard to the skillet, bring to a soft boil, cook 2 minutes or until thickened.
• Arrange spinach on a plate, top with beans, scallops, bacon and onions. Season with salt and pepper; drizzle wine reduction over the salad. Serve warm.

ELIO'S BAY SCALLOP SALAD

Steps:

• Fill a medium bowl with ice and water. Add onions, and soak until ready to fry. Drain well, and pat dry. Heat 2 inches oil in a medium saucepan to 400 degrees. Add onion, and fry until golden brown and crisp, about 1 minute. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt; set aside.
• Place flour in a shallow dish. Heat canola oil in a large nonstick saute pan over high heat. Dredge scallops in flour, shaking off any excess. Add scallops to pan, and cook until just golden, about 30 seconds per side. Pour out excess oil. Add wine, butter, stock, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, and remove scallops to a platter; keep warm. Simmer sauce until reduced slightly, about 30 seconds.
• Place greens in a medium bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
• Divide greens between two plates. Drizzle reduced sauce around the perimeter of each plate. Arrange scallops around greens. Top with fried onions.

VINAIGRETTE SCALLOPS AND SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the first six ingredients and mix thoroughly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Lay assorted greens onto a plate and place shrimp and scallop mixture on top. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired.
• Serve chilled with additional Marie's Garlic Parmesan Italian Vinaigrette on the side.

SESAME-SCALLOP SALAD WITH GINGER VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine 1/2 cup flour and sesame seeds in small bowl. Lightly dust scallops with remaining 1/4 cup flour. Dip each scallop into beaten eggs, then dredge in sesame seed-flour mixture; shake off excess. Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil and 1 tablespoon sesame oil in each of 2 heavy large skillets over medium-high heat. Add 8 scallops to each skillet and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer scallops to paper towels and drain.
• Toss greens and red peppers with enough Ginger Vinaigrette to coat. Mound salad in center of 4 plates. Arrange 4 scallops around each salad and serve.

WARM SCALLOP SALAD

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute scallops in oil for 2 minutes on each side or until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute red pepper and garlic for 2-3 minutes. Add salad dressing and water; cook 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Return scallops to the pan; cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through., Place the greens in a salad bowl. Add scallop mixture and toss lightly; sprinkle with pepper.

STEAK AND SCALLOPS SALAD

Steps:

• Make the vinaigrette: Mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor.
• With the machine running, gradually blend in the oil.
• You could also make the vinaigrette in a bowl with a whisk, mixing in the oil last.
• In a large bowl, combine the spinach, red onion, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and half of the cheese.
• Toss the salad with enough vinaigrette to coat.
• Season the salad with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Arrange the salad on a platter or in 4 individual bowls.
• Season the scallops with salt and pepper.
• Heat a large skillet and coat with non-stick spray.
• Add the scallops and saute until cooked through, about 3 minutes on each side.
• Remove the scallops and add to the top of the salad.
• Cut the steaks crosswise into thin slices.
• Arrange the steak slices atop the salad and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
• Drizzle more vinaigrette over the steak slices and serve.