SPECIAL SCALLOPS SALAD

SPECIAL SCALLOPS SALAD

1-1/2 lbs. sea scallops
¼ tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. fresh minced chives
1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp. minced fresh tarragon
2 tsp. honey
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 package (5-oz.) spring mix salad greens
1 cup shredded carrots
½ cup chopped tomato


Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet sauté scallops in 2 Tbsp. oil until firm and opaque. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet combine the chives, vinegar, garlic, tarragon, honey, mustard, and remaining oil. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 30 seconds or until slightly thickened.

Divide salad greens among 4 plates; top with carrots, tomato and scallops. Drizzle with dressing.


Yield: 4 servings.