Scallop and Apple Tartare with a Creamy Avocado Dressing

Difficulty:
1/5

Ease of preparation rating: Easy.

Yield:  4-6 servings.

 

Scallop and Apple Tartare

Ingredients:

1 pound (450 grams) of bay scallops, chopped

2 Granny Smith apples, diced

1 jalapeño, seeded and diced

2 tablespoons (30ml) of chives, finely chopped

3 tablespoons (45ml) of olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 2 limes

2 candy cane beets (optional), peeled and sliced into thin rounds

 

Method:

In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except the beets.

Serve cold and immediately.

Garnish with slices of raw candy cane beets (optional).

 

Creamy Avocado Dressing

Ingredients:

1 avocado, peeled and pitted

1 clove of garlic

¼ cup (60ml) of shallots, diced

½ cup (120ml) of sour cream

¼ cup (60ml) of fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon (15ml) of lime juice

3 tablespoons (45ml) of olive oil

1 teaspoon (5ml) of hot sauce

Salt and pepper to taste.

 

Method:

In a food processor, blend all ingredients together until smooth.

As the food processor is turning, slowly add olive oil until vinaigrette is creamy.

Add a little bit of water if you find the dressing too thick.

Serve cold, and drizzle over Scallop and Apple Tartare.

 

*Serve with Pita Chips. See recipe.