Coriander Scallops with Orange-Ginger Dressing

Name: Coriander Scallops with Orange-Ginger Dressing
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds, coarsely crushed in resealable bag with mallet; 16 pieces sea scallops, side muscles removed; 8 cups mixed baby greens; 1 whole navel orange; peel and pith removed; cut between membranes into segments

Succulent sea scallops crusted with crushed coriander seeds, served over fresh mixed greens and orange segments with a bright citrus-ginger dressing. A perfect blend of citrus, herbs, and perfectly seared seafood.

4 servings

20 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
•2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
•3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
•2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
•1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
•2 tablespoons coriander seeds, coarsely crushed in resealable bag with mallet
•16 pieces sea scallops, side muscles removed
•8 cups mixed baby greens
•1 whole navel orange
•peel and pith removed
•cut between membranes into segments

Cooking Instructions

1.
Whisk juice concentrate, vinegar, 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, and cilantro in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
5 min
2.
Place crushed coriander seeds on plate. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper, then press both sides in coriander to coat. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops and cook until golden brown and just opaque in center, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side.
10 min
3.
Divide greens, orange, and scallops among 4 plates. Drizzle dressing over.
5 min