Seared Scallops Recipe
charred cauliflower, butternut squash, roasted maitake mushroom
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the cauliflower into florets, peel and dice the butternut squash, and clean the maitake mushrooms.
- 2
Roast the Vegetables
Toss the cauliflower, butternut squash, and maitake mushrooms with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and slightly charred.
- 3
Prepare the Scallops
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 4
Sear the Scallops
In a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the scallops and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Finish the Dish
Once cooked, remove the scallops from the skillet and serve them on a plate with the roasted vegetables. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
