Warm Pear and Scallop Salad

Delight your taste buds with the elegant fusion of flavors in this Warm Pear and Scallop Salad—a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and fresh elements. Juicy, caramelized pear slices and perfectly seared sea scallops take center stage, paired with a bed of crisp mixed greens. The dish is brought to life with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette, infused with hints of honey, Dijon mustard, and thyme for a subtle tangy sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is an impressive yet simple option for a comforting dinner or a show-stopping starter. Perfectly balanced and bursting with seasonal charm, this warm salad is a celebration of freshness and gourmet simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 large sea scallops
• 2 pears (ripe but firm)
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the scallops and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove the tough muscle on the side if present.

Step 2

Core the pears and slice them into thin wedges (about 8 slices per pear).

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, thyme leaves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Season the scallops with salt and black pepper. Place them in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque in the center. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the pear slices. Cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pears are caramelized and tender but not mushy.

Step 7

In a large serving bowl or on individual plates, arrange the mixed salad greens. Top with the warm pears and seared scallops.

Step 8

Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss or leave it for individual serving. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1062.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1285.3

Total Fat 71.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 209.6mg	0%
Sodium 4986.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 92.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 79.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 189.5mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2264.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 27.8%