These Apple Balsamic Scallops with Potato Mash are a great choice for a special dinner. Probably not a family meal but still healthy and a hit with guests. I love the flavor the combination of apple cider vinegar and balsamic vinegar give when combined.
Based on the tests and recommendations of different nutritionists these are one of the healthiest fish to eat. They are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and nutrients. Seafood is one of the healthiest proteins but not all seafood provides the same health benefits.
Scallops are probably the best source of magnesium and potassium among the shellfish. Each is important for heart and brain health. Scallops also help with better blood vessels, keep blood pressure normal, and aid in circulation. 3 ounces of scallops are only 75 calories with 15 grams of protein and only a gram of fat.
Combine these benefits and a meal of Apple Balsamic Scallops with Potato Mash just makes good sense.
Apple Balsamic Seared Scallops with Potato Mash
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
Apple Balsamic-Glazed Scallops
- 1/4 Cup Shallots
- 4 Slices Thick Cut Backon
- 1 Pound Scallops
- 1/2 Tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Pepper
- 3/4 Cup Spiced Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 Tbs Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 Tbs Honey
- 3 Cup Watercress
Spiced Sweet Potato Mash
- 1 24 Ounce Package of Sweet Potatoes (Real Potatoes Are Better)
- 1 Medium Sweet Red Apple
- 1 Tbs Parsley
- 1 Tsp Garam Masala
Instructions
Apple Balsamic-Glazed Scallops
- Chop shallots and bacon (wash hands). Preheat large sauté pan on medium 2–3 minutes. Place bacon in pan; cook 4 minutes. Add shallots and cook 2–3 more minutes, stirring occasionally, or until bacon is crisp and shallots are tender. Remove bacon and shallots (leave 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pan); set aside.
- Season scallops with salt and pepper; place in same sauté pan on medium-high and cook 1 minute without turning. Combine apple cider, vinegar, and honey. Remove scallops from pan. Place vinegar mixture in the pan and cook 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until sauce thickens.
- Return scallops and bacon mixture to pan; cook 2 more minutes or until sauce coats scallops and scallops are opaque. Place watercress on platter; top with scallop mixture. Serve.
Spiced Sweet Potato Mash
- Prepare potatoes following package instructions. Grate apple (about 1 cup); squeeze liquid from apple and drain. Chop parsley.Stir garam masala and apples into potatoes until combined. Top with parsley; serve.
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