Scallops With Crumb Topping, Herb Butter, And Arugula - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
    2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
    1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
    1 garlic clove
    1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel (divided)
    3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
    1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
    2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
    2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
    12 large sea scallops
    12 slices plum tomatoes, 1/4 inch thick
    1/4 cup olive oil
    1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    1 teaspoon honey
    1 teaspoon lime zest
    4 cups arugula (about 4 ounces)
    1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, sliced
Preparation
    Finely grind first 4 ingredients and 1 teaspoon lemon peel in processor; set crumb mixture aside. mix butter, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel in small bowl. Season this herb butter to taste with salt and pepper.
    Preheat oven to 450\u00b0F Brush rimmed baking sheet with oil; place scallops on sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top each with tomato slice, then crumb mixture, dividing equally. Top each with 1 teaspoon herb butter. Bake until scallops are just opaque in center, about 8 minutes.
    Meanwhile, whisk 1/4 cup oil, lime juice, honey, and lime peel in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Toss arugula and mint in bowl, adding dressing to taste.
    Divide greens among 4 salad plates. Top with scallops and serve.

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