Scallops with Cauliflower Puree and Asparagus
INGREDIENTS
Jumbo sea scallops (about 10)
1 small cauliflower
2 cloves garlic
1 bunch asparagus
2-4 tbs snipped fresh chives
1/2 c Greek yogurt
1/2 tbs butter
Olive oil spray
Salt and pepper to taste
Seasoning salt
METHOD
Bring a large stockpot of water to boil. Add chopped cauliflower and whole cloves garlic. Simmer until cauliflower is fork-tender. Drain and remove from heat, mash with a fork until cauliflower and garlic are completely pureed. Add chives and Greek yogurt, stir to incorporate.
Meanwhile, heat a grill pan over medium heat. Spray or drizzle asparagus with olive oil, salt and pepper. Grill until just done and still crisp.
Meanwhile, in a saute pan, heat butter until foam subsides. Season scallops on both sides with seasoning salt. Place scallops in pan and do not move until they can be moved freely (not sticking at all). Turn over and remove from heat. The heat of the pan will continue to cook until perfect.
To serve, mound approx 1 c cauliflower puree in the center of the plate. Top with asparagus spears, then scallops. Garnish with chives and serve immediately.
SEAT OF MY SOUL 
October 8, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Hello Amanda! This one is simple enough for me. And I love scallops. Thank you for sharing this recipe for delicious Scallops with Cauliflower Puree and Asparagus. I can’t wait to try it.
October 8, 2010 at 3:05 pm
Seafood’s for sure my most favourite of all time….you would love this so much Carol…Give it a go xxx Big Hugs xxx
October 8, 2010 at 4:03 pm
Delicious AND healthy … and pretty too! 🙂
Hugs! xx
October 9, 2010 at 1:20 pm
So happy it’s Spring, all the lovely fresh produce at our doorstep!! 🙂
October 8, 2010 at 4:12 pm
This looks great, must find a local fishery store that sells scallops!
October 9, 2010 at 1:21 pm
I hope you do…I made another one (recipe today) am addicted to seafood!! Not good for the old ticker they say but cannot resist!!
October 8, 2010 at 4:31 pm
*drools* *drools* send it over to sg right now!!!=P
October 9, 2010 at 1:22 pm
I know…love eating tooooo 🙂 xx
October 8, 2010 at 8:06 pm
my type of meal! We also had asparagus for supper and I am thinking some scallops will be in order this weekend 🙂
October 9, 2010 at 1:32 pm
Am in love with seafood, with the seasons changing, I can’t wait for all the wonderful fresh produce!! Have a great weekend my dear friend xxx
October 8, 2010 at 8:07 pm
Wow..what huge scallops..they look sooooo good.What a great recipe!xx
October 9, 2010 at 1:32 pm
Hope you will try it my friend, I have another seafood recipe today…just can’t help myself!! oxoxoxo
October 8, 2010 at 8:09 pm
Yummy!!! Two of my favorites – scallops and asparagus!
(Not so sure about the cauliflower puree, but I’d certainly try it)
October 9, 2010 at 1:34 pm
It’s really good Eric, you should try it, goes sooo well with asparagus. I am in love with seafood, just can’t help myself!! Hope you have a brilliant weekend my friend xxx
October 9, 2010 at 5:00 am
Ah…now I know what to make for dinner tonight. 🙂
October 9, 2010 at 1:41 pm
My favourite has always been seafood Charles…another one today :)…sending you lots of love across the continents 🙂 xx
October 9, 2010 at 8:19 am
lovely treat!
October 9, 2010 at 1:43 pm
Thanks so much Ji…I know it’s your favourite food too 🙂 Have a great weekend with your family. Hugs xx
October 9, 2010 at 8:19 am
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award notice,
Happy Friday!
October 9, 2010 at 1:44 pm
I can’t believe it, I did nothing !!!! Thanks so much Ji, I really appreciate all you do for us…Mwah xx