Scallop Salad Nicoise Recipe

Name: Scallop Salad Nicoise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil; 3 T white wine vinegar; 1 t Dijon mustard; 1 medium shallot; 1/8 t salt; 1/4 t black pepper; For the salad; 1/2 lb green beans trimmed; 12 oz red potatoes cut into 1 in pieces; 1 T extra virgin olive oil; 1 lb sea scallops patted dry; salt & pepper; 1 head boston lettuce; 3 plum tomatoes seeded and chppoed; 16 nicoise olives, pitted & halved

Servings: persons

1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
3 T white wine vinegar
1 t Dijon mustard
1 medium shallot
1/8 t salt
1/4 t black pepper
For the salad
1/2 lb green beans trimmed
12 oz red potatoes cut into 1 in pieces
1 T extra virgin olive oil
1 lb sea scallops patted dry
salt & pepper
1 head boston lettuce
3 plum tomatoes seeded and chppoed
16 nicoise olives, pitted & halved

1
to make the vinaigrette, whisk together olive oil, vinegar & mustard in a small bowl. stir in shallots salt & pepper.
2
to make salad bring a lg part of boiling water add green beans & cook for 2 min. with a slotted spoon, transfer beans to a bowl of ice water- drain.
3
add potatoes to the same pot of boiling water & coom for 9-10 min transfer to a bowl of ice 7 drain
4
heat olive oil in a lg skillet over medium high heat. season scallops with salt & pepper and place in skillet. don't stir cook for 2-3 min. or until golden brown. turn scallops & repaet on opposite side.
5
seperate lettuce leaves and divide among 4 plates. Top each with one-quarter of the beans, potatoes, scallops, tomatoes & olives. drizzle each with about 2 T vin

512

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil, 3 T white wine vinegar, 1 t Dijon mustard, 1 medium shallot, and more.

Yes, Scallop Salad Nicoise 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.

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Scallop Salad Nicoise

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