Scallops with Tarragon Cream and Wilted Butter Lettuce

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Scallops with Tarragon Cream and Wilted Butter Lettuce
30 min.
2
421kcal

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Indulge in a deliciously elegant meal with our Scallops with Tarragon Cream and Wilted Butter Lettuce, a gluten-free delight that's perfect for both lunch and dinner. This exquisite dish brings together the tender, buttery flavor of large sea scallops and the aromatic hint of tarragon, creating a harmonious balance that will impress even the most discerning palate.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for those who seek to enjoy fine dining without the lengthy preparation. The richness of the cream sauce, accentuated by dry white wine and a dash of Pernod, envelops the scallops, making each bite a luxurious experience. The addition of wilting butter lettuce provides a fresh, vibrant touch that complements the scallops beautifully, adding a lovely texture to the dish.

Not only is this meal a feast for the senses, but it’s also a healthy option, clocking in at just 421 calories per serving. With a sumptuous combination of flavors and an elegant presentation, Scallops with Tarragon Cream and Wilted Butter Lettuce is perfect for a romantic dinner for two or a sophisticated lunch gathering. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this culinary creation that brings the sophistication of a high-end restaurant right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • small head boston lettuce separated
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • teaspoons tarragon fresh divided chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons pernod 
  • large scallops dry
  • 0.3 cup shallots minced
  • tablespoons butter unsalted divided ()
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in small skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add shallots; sauté 3 minutes.
  3. Add wine; boil until reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add cream, 3 teaspoons tarragon, and Pernod, if using. Simmer until sauce coats back of spoon, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  5. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper; cook until brown and almost cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
  7. Transfer scallops to plate.
  8. Add lettuce to drippings in skillet; toss until beginning to wilt, about 1 minute. Spoon sauce onto 2 plates; divide lettuce between plates.
  9. Place 4 scallops on each plate; sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon tarragon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories421kcal
Protein19.69%
Fat64.04%
Carbs16.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.5
Glycemic Load
2.64
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.228260745173%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.04mg
Catechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.33mg
Hesperetin
0.24mg
Naringenin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:420.8kcal
21.04%
Fat:26.76g
41.17%
Saturated Fat:16.57g
103.58%
Carbohydrates:15.31g
5.1%
Net Carbohydrates:13.17g
4.79%
Sugar:4.84g
5.37%
Cholesterol:103.72mg
34.57%
Sodium:495.79mg
21.56%
Alcohol:7.6g
100%
Alcohol %:2.73%
100%
Protein:18.51g
37.02%
Vitamin K:86.1µg
82%
Vitamin A:3805.02IU
76.1%
Phosphorus:495.28mg
49.53%
Manganese:0.64mg
32.16%
Vitamin B12:1.78µg
29.65%
Folate:102.32µg
25.58%
Selenium:17.77µg
25.39%
Potassium:743.26mg
21.24%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
19.86%
Iron:3.32mg
18.44%
Magnesium:66.14mg
16.54%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.73%
Calcium:127.17mg
12.72%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.4%
Vitamin C:7.62mg
9.24%
Fiber:2.14g
8.56%
Vitamin B3:1.65mg
8.24%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.3%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.1%
Vitamin E:0.85mg
5.66%
Vitamin D:0.84µg
5.63%
Copper:0.1mg
5.18%
Source:Epicurious