Scallops with pear sauce and pesto
3 servings
40 minutes
Scallops in pear sauce with pesto is an exquisite dish of Mediterranean cuisine that delights with its harmony of flavors. Tender sea scallops infused with the sweetness of stewed pear create a soft texture that pairs perfectly with the aromatic pesto sauce. Basil leaves add freshness, while pine nuts contribute a light nutty note. Cherry tomatoes bring vibrant hues and balance the taste. This dish evokes sea breezes and sunny evenings by the coast, making it ideal for a romantic dinner or festive treat. The lightness and refinement of the ingredients make it a wonderful choice for gourmets who appreciate natural combinations and elegant presentation.
1
Wash the pear, dry it, and cut it into small cubes.
- Pears: 1 piece
2
Heat the pan, pour in some olive oil, add the pear, add a little water, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Olive oil: 10 ml
- Pears: 1 piece
3
Rinse the scallops, dry with a paper towel, season with salt, place in the pan with the pear, and fry for 4-6 minutes.
- Sea scallops: 3 pieces
- Salt: to taste
4
Wash the basil, dry it, place it in a container, add pine nuts, finely chopped garlic, olive oil, and blend thoroughly until a homogeneous mass is formed.
- Basil leaves: 1 bunch
- Pine nuts: 1 tablespoon
- Finely chopped garlic: 1 clove
- Olive oil: 10 ml
5
Arrange the cooked scallops on a plate, garnish with stewed pear, the prepared pesto sauce, thinly sliced tomatoes, and a sprig of basil.
- Pears: 1 piece
- Cherry tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Basil leaves: 1 bunch
6
Serve at the table, enjoy the dish, and dream of the sea.