Seared Scallops with Cherry Sauce
Golden seared scallops topped with a quick balsamic cherry sauce, crunchy walnuts, and fresh mint. A fast, elegant dinner that's ready in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 25g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat 12 large scallops dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
Step 2
Add scallops in a single layer, not touching. Sear until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add 1 cup pitted cherries and 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium-high, stirring, until cherries soften and sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Return scallops to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook 1 minute to warm through.
Step 5
Serve scallops topped with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, 2 tbsp torn mint, and 1/4 cup shaved parmesan.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Cutting board
- Knife
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