Grilled Scallops Wrapped In Pancetta, With Herb Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Scallops Wrapped In Pancetta, With Herb Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 large sea scallops; 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing; 6 very thin slices pancetta; 1 handful baby arugula, watercress or other flavorful green; 1 small head butter lettuce, torn into large pieces; 20 mint leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar; Coarse sea salt

Servings: persons

20 large sea scallops
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
6 very thin slices pancetta
1 handful baby arugula, watercress or other flavorful green
1 small head butter lettuce, torn into large pieces
20 mint leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Coarse sea salt

1
Preheat grill to medium.
2
Brush scallops lightly with olive oil.
3
Unravel pancetta into 6 thin strips.
4
Cut strips to fit around the scallops' narrow rims.
5
Wrap a strip of pancetta around each scallop, and thread scallops on 2 parallel skewers through the pancetta so they are easier to turn.
6
In a large bowl, toss together arugula, butter lettuce, mint, fennel and orange zest.
7
Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar, olive oil and salt, and toss to mix.
8
Taste, and adjust seasoning.
9
Divide among 4 plates.
10
Season scallops lightly on the top and bottom with salt.
11
Grill until scallops and pancetta are crisp on edges and scallops are cooked through.
12
Remove from grill and place on top of salads.
13
Serve.

104

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 large sea scallops, 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing, 6 very thin slices pancetta, 1 handful baby arugula, watercress or other flavorful green, and more.

Yes, Grilled Scallops Wrapped In Pancetta, With Herb Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Grilled Scallops Wrapped In Pancetta, With Herb Salad

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