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Pan Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Risotto

The Buddha
A great dish from Fork and Beans paired with seared scallops.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Seafood, Vegetarian &amp
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • For Risotto:
  • 1/2 medium head of cauliflower chopped in a food processor
  • 2 cups spinach chopped
  • 1 can white beans rinsed and drained, divided (I prefer Great Northern Beans)
  • 1/2 c. vegetable broth
  • 1 large shallot diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tb sundried tomatoes
  • 1 Tb capers
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried
  • Toasted pinenuts optional
  • For Scallops:
  • 1 LB Sea Scallops
  • 1 tsp Salt

Instructions
 

  • For Risotto:
  • In a medium-sized pot, heat 1 Tb olive oil on medium heat until warmed. Place the shallots, garlic, and thyme inside and saute for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant and translucent.
  • Place 1/2 the can of beans and vegetable broth into the pot and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • With an immersion blender (or if you do not have one, use a regular blender), gently blend all of the contents together in the pot until creamy and smooth.
  • Add grated cauliflower, sun-dried tomatoes, remainder beans, and spinach. Cover with a lid and allow to heat through for a good 5 minutes.
  • Add the capers before you serve and garnish with toasted pinenuts.
  • For Scallops:
  • Salt both sides of the scallops
  • Heat pan to medium high
  • Add oil to the pan
  • Sear the scallops for 2 - 3 minutes per side
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