Grilled Scallops and Nectarines with Corn and Tomato Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Grilled Scallops and Nectarines with Corn and Tomato Salad
45 min.
6
236kcal

Suggestions


Imagine a dish that perfectly marries the sweetness of fresh nectarines with the briny goodness of grilled sea scallops, all beautifully complemented by a zesty corn and tomato salad. Our Grilled Scallops and Nectarines with Corn and Tomato Salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful medley of flavors and textures that will impress at any gathering.

This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions without compromising on taste or presentation. The vibrant colors of the dish will draw your guests in, while the contrasting flavors of sweet, smoky, and savory will have them raving long after the last bite.

In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a stunning meal that’s both sophisticated enough for a dinner party and casual enough for a summer lunch. The grilled scallops, tender and succulent, pair beautifully with the juicy nectarines that bring an unexpected twist. Toss in the fresh corn kernels bursting with sweetness and the vibrant halved cherry tomatoes, and you’ve got a dish that celebrates the best of the season's bounty.

The addition of fresh basil puree and a tangy lime vinaigrette ties everything together, enhancing the dish's freshness and brightness. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, this grilled scallop and nectarine salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • 24  cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.1 teaspoon chili powder generous ()
  • servings fleur del sel 
  • 0.8 cup basil fresh loosely packed ()
  • 1.5 cups ears corn fresh
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 1.5 teaspoons lime zest finely grated
  •  nectarines white yellow firm ripe cut into 6 wedges ( or )
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 24 large scallops dry

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • blender
  • grill

Directions

  1. Whisk lime juice, lime peel, andpiment d'Espelette in small bowl. Graduallywhisk in oil. Season with fleur de sel andpepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 dayahead. Chill. Bring to room temperaturebefore using.
  2. Blanch basil in smallpot of boiling salted water 30 seconds;drain. Squeeze to remove as much wateras possible, then coarsely chop. Puree basiland oil in blender until smooth.
  3. Transfer tosmall bowl. Season to taste with fleur de sel.DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.Cover and chill. Return to room temperaturebefore using.
  4. Prepare barbecue (medium-highheat).
  5. Brush scallops and nectarines withoil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill scallopsuntil slightly charred and cooked through,about 2 minutes per side. Grill nectarinesuntil slightly charred, about 1 1/2 minutes perside.
  6. Transfer scallops and nectarines to plate.
  7. Arrange 4 scallops on each of 6 plates.Toss corn and 2 tablespoons dressingin medium bowl. Toss tomatoes with 1tablespoon dressing in another bowl; seasonto taste with salt and pepper. Spoon cornaround scallops. Scatter tomatoes over corn.Arrange nectarine wedges decoratively onplates.
  8. Drizzle some dressing over scallops,then spoon some basil puree over.
  9. Sprinklesliced basil and fleur de sel over corn andtomatoes and serve.* A type of sea salt; available at somesupermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
  10. Piment d'Espeletteis the ground powder of a small, dried, hotred chile grown in Espelette, France. Itis available at specialty foods stores and from zingermans.com.

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein28.1%
Fat38.19%
Carbs33.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.17
Glycemic Load
2.38
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.672608727994%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.51mg
Catechin
2.12mg
Epicatechin
1.8mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.89mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:236.3kcal
11.81%
Fat:10.38g
15.97%
Saturated Fat:1.53g
9.54%
Carbohydrates:20.62g
6.87%
Net Carbohydrates:18.25g
6.64%
Sugar:9.71g
10.79%
Cholesterol:28.8mg
9.6%
Sodium:687.48mg
29.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.19g
34.38%
Phosphorus:473.51mg
47.35%
Vitamin B12:1.69µg
28.2%
Vitamin C:22.96mg
27.83%
Selenium:15.94µg
22.78%
Vitamin K:21.39µg
20.37%
Potassium:604.2mg
17.26%
Vitamin A:814.23IU
16.28%
Vitamin E:2.19mg
14.62%
Magnesium:54.94mg
13.73%
Vitamin B3:2.69mg
13.43%
Folate:50.37µg
12.59%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.31%
Zinc:1.54mg
10.24%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.07%
Fiber:2.37g
9.49%
Copper:0.17mg
8.54%
Iron:1.48mg
8.24%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.76%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.54%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.47%
Calcium:23.7mg
2.37%
Source:Epicurious