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Seared Scallops with Celery Root Puree

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  • Servings:

    Serves 4 as an appetizer
  • Prep Time:

    25 minutes
  • Cook Time:

    12 minutes

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds celery root (aka celeriac), about 1 medium, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup nonfat milk
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoons fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 pound sea scallops, straps removed
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons chopped chives
Seared Scallops with Celery Root Puree

Directions

1. Place celery root in a steamer basket and steam until tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a food processor or place in a pot and puree using an immersion blender. Add milk, mustard, fennel seeds, lemon zest, and salt. Puree until smooth and set aside.
2. Rinse scallops with cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Season with pepper. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops, making sure to leave space between them. Cook in batches if necessary. Allow scallops to cook undisturbed until browned and crisp, about 2 minutes. Gently turn and sear another 2 minutes.
3. To serve, divide celery root puree among 4 plates. Top with seared scallops and sprinkle with chives.
Source: Hannaford fresh Magazine, November - December 2012

Nutrition

Nutritional Facts
Servings Serves 4
Base Nutrients
Calories 260 kcal (13%)
Calories from Fat 45 kcal (0%)
Total Fat 5 g (8%)
Saturated Fat 0 g (0%)
Cholesterol 80 mg (27%)
Sodium 700 mg (29%)
Total Carbohydrates 18 g (6%)
Dietary Fiber 2 g (8%)
Protein 36 g (60%)
Vitamins
Vitamin A n/a
Vitamin C n/a
Minerals
Calcium n/a
Iron n/a
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