Warm salad of scallops & bacon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Warm salad of scallops & bacon
48 min.
8
305kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Warm Salad of Scallops & Bacon, a perfect fusion of flavors and textures that will elevate your dining experience. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish makes an exquisite appetizer or light starter for any occasion. Imagine succulent scallops wrapped in crispy streaky bacon, all beautifully complemented by a zesty dressing infused with tangy mustard, sweet honey, and fresh capers. Each bite offers a tantalizing contrast of savory and sweet—a sure hit for seafood lovers!

Preparing this salad is a breeze; in just 48 minutes, you can present a stunning dish that serves up to eight guests, making it ideal for gatherings or intimate dinners. The fresh curly endive serves as a vibrant base, adding a bright green crunch that balances the richness of the scallops and bacon. With 305 calories per serving, you’ll savor the deliciousness without any guilt.

This recipe showcases the versatility of scallops, transforming them into a warm, inviting dish perfect for any season. Whether you’re hosting a sophisticated antipasti platter or looking for a fulfilling snack, this warm salad of scallops and bacon will surely impress your family and friends. Let your culinary creativity shine and delight in the wonderful flavors of this mouthwatering dish!

Ingredients

  • 24  scallops 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tbsp juice of lemon 
  • 12 slices bacon thin
  • tsp dijon mustard 
  • tsp clear honey 
  • tsp caper chopped
  • tbsp parsley chopped
  • head salad leaves curly endive 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • grill pan
  • cocktail sticks

Directions

  1. Wash and dry the scallops and put them in a bowl.
  2. Mix 2 tbsp of the olive oil and 2 tbsp of the lemon juice in a bowl with a little salt and pepper, then pour over the scallops. Leave for 15 mins, until the scallops have turned white.
  3. Cut each strip of bacon in half across and wrap around a scallop. Secure with cocktail sticks.
  4. Whisk together the remaining 2 tbsp lemon juice with the mustard, honey, salt and pepper.
  5. Whisk in the remaining 6 tbsp olive oil until the dressing is thick, then stir in the capers and parsley. Divide the curly endive between 8 serving plates.
  6. Preheat a grill to hot.
  7. Lay the scallops in one layer over a lined grill pan. Grill the scallops for 3-4 mins each side, until the bacon is crisp and golden. Put three scallops on each plate and spoon over the dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories305kcal
Protein13.33%
Fat80.63%
Carbs6.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.53
Glycemic Load
0.4
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.756521821022%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.63mg
Kaempferol
1.38mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
2.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:304.79kcal
15.24%
Fat:27.48g
42.28%
Saturated Fat:6.41g
40.05%
Carbohydrates:4.63g
1.54%
Net Carbohydrates:3.34g
1.22%
Sugar:1.14g
1.27%
Cholesterol:32.58mg
10.86%
Sodium:436.62mg
18.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.22g
20.44%
Vitamin K:123.8µg
117.91%
Vitamin A:1790.7IU
35.81%
Phosphorus:214.23mg
21.42%
Vitamin E:2.83mg
18.87%
Selenium:12.93µg
18.46%
Vitamin C:12.24mg
14.84%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.33%
Folate:42.88µg
10.72%
Vitamin B3:1.83mg
9.14%
Potassium:297.16mg
8.49%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.83%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.8%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.14%
Zinc:0.95mg
6.35%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.29%
Magnesium:24.52mg
6.13%
Copper:0.11mg
5.73%
Fiber:1.29g
5.15%
Iron:0.79mg
4.41%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.92%
Calcium:36.85mg
3.69%