Name: Seared Scallops with 5 Ingredient Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: ¼ cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped; 10 oz shaved Brussels sprouts (store-bought or done at home on a mandoline); 5 dates, pitted, coarsely chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 ounces Parmesan, shaved; Extra-virgin olive oil; Crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 1 lb. dry sea scallops, thawed if frozen and patted dry, tough side muscle removed

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SEARED SCALLOPS WITH 5 INGREDIENT SHAVED BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD

by SNP Team

Servings

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Ingredients

	¼ cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
	10 oz shaved Brussels sprouts (store-bought or done at home on a mandoline)
	5 dates, pitted, coarsely chopped
	3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
	Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
	2 ounces Parmesan, shaved
	Extra-virgin olive oil
	Crushed red pepper flakes, optional
	1 lb. dry sea scallops, thawed if frozen and patted dry, tough side muscle removed

Recipe developed by @Mallory.RDN

Instructions

1.	In a medium bowl, toss hazelnuts, Brussels sprouts, dates, and lemon juice; season to taste with salt and pepper. Add Parmesan and 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and toss gently; season with red pepper flakes (if using).
2.	Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large well-seasoned cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet over medium- high heat. Ensure the scallops are well-dried and season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper. Add scallops to skillet, avoid overcrowding, and cook about 1 ½-2 minutes per side or until scallops are just beginning to turn opaque. Avoid overcooking.
3.	Serve the scallops over the shaved Brussels sprout salad.

This seared scallop recipe with a 5 ingredient Brussels sprout salad from @Mallory.RDN comes together in under 20 minutes and makes for a fantastic weeknight meal or perfect for serving to friends and family around the holidays!