Seared Scallops with Cauliflower-Herb Purée
An elegant and nutrient-dense AIP-compliant dish. Tender seared scallops rest on a creamy, dairy-free cauliflower purée, served with sautéed asparagus and mushrooms for a complete, gut-friendly meal.
810 calories
$10 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
autoimmune-protocol, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g large sea scallops, patted dry
- 1 medium head cauliflower (approx. 500g), cut into florets
- 250g asparagus, trimmed and cut into 5cm pieces
- 150g cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 45ml extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 lemon, for juice
- 15g mixed fresh parsley and chives, finely chopped
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- 1.Place cauliflower florets in a pot and steam for 10-12 minutes until very tender. Alternatively, boil in lightly salted water and drain thoroughly.
- 2.While the cauliflower cooks, heat 15ml of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the asparagus and mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3.Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a blender with the minced garlic, chopped herbs, 15ml of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- 4.Season the dry scallops with salt. Heat the remaining 15ml of olive oil in the same skillet over high heat. Carefully place the scallops in the pan, ensuring they don't touch.
- 5.Sear the scallops for 90 seconds to 2 minutes per side, until they have a deep golden-brown crust and are just opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
- 6.To serve, spoon a generous amount of the cauliflower purée onto each plate. Arrange the seared scallops on top and serve the sautéed asparagus and mushrooms on the side.
Nutrition Information
42g
fat
34g
carbs
14g
fiber
68g
protein
Why this recipe
This dish is rich in anti-inflammatory properties, perfect for an AIP lifestyle. Scallops provide lean protein and omega-3s, while diverse vegetables offer fiber and key vitamins without common gut irritants like grains or dairy.