Meal Kit

Culinary Collection

Seared Scallops with Garlic Butter Risotto

and walnut gremolata

Prep & Cook Time: 40-50 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Tree Nuts (Walnuts), Milk

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies
  • Pescatarian
  • GLUTEN-SMART

If you’re in the mood for fine dining, but don’t feel like leaving the house, our Culinary Collection meals are perfect for you. Our chefs have created upscale meals to make dinner time extra special, even if you’re eating in pjs. Enjoy a collection of premium steaks, seafood, burgers, and so much more.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 8 oz. Scallops
  • 8 oz. Swiss Chard
  • ¾ cup Arborio Rice
  • 1 Lemon
  • Info
    2 oz. Creme Fraiche
  • Info
    ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
  • Info
    ½ oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Info
    ½ oz. Walnut Halves
  • Info
    ⅓ oz. Butter
  • ¼ oz. Parsley

Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    700
  • Carbohydrates
    76g
  • Net Carbs
    73g
  • Fat
    32g
  • Protein
    26g
  • Sodium
    1370mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Medium Pot
  • 1 Small Pot
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using 16 oz. scallops, follow same instructions as 8 oz., working in batches if necessary. 

  • If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.

  • If using steak strips, pat dry, coarsely chop, then separate pieces. Stir occasionally until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.

  1. 1

    Prepare Ingredients and Make Gremolata

    Stem Swiss chard and finely chop leaves.

    Stem and mince parsley.

    Zest and halve lemon. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.

    Finely chop walnuts.

    In a mixing bowl, combine parsley, walnuts, 1 tsp. lemon zest, and half the cheese (reserve remaining for risotto). Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Swiss Chard

    Place a medium pot over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.

    Add Swiss chard to hot pot and stir occasionally until tender, 3-4 minutes.

    Transfer to a plate. Keep pot over medium-high heat; no need to wipe clean.

  3. 3

    Start the Risotto

    Add 1 tsp. olive oil and rice to hot pot. Stir occasionally until rice is toasted and opaque, 1-2 minutes.

    Add 1 cup boiling water from small pot to pot with rice. Rice should just be covered by water. Stir often until nearly all water is absorbed.

    Add 1/2 cup boiling water and stir often again until nearly all water is absorbed. Repeat this process, stirring often, 18-20 minutes.

    Taste risotto as you cook, checking for tenderness. When rice has no more “bite” or crunch, it's done. There may be water left.

  4. 4

    Finish the Risotto

    Add 1 Tbsp. lemon juice, garlic & herb butter, remaining cheese, crème fraîche, Swiss chard, and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pot with risotto. Stir to combine.

    Remove from burner and set aside covered.

  5. 5

    Cook Scallops and Finish Dish

    Pat scallops dry and season all over with a pinch of salt and pepper. Scallops will vary in amount as they are portioned by weight. Don't worry, the sweet flavor and tender texture will be the same.

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add scallops to hot pan and cook until browned and scallops reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 1-2 minutes per side.

    Add plain butter and let melt. Once melted, spoon butter over browned scallops. Remove from burner.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping risotto with scallops and garnishing scallops with gremolata. Squeeze lemon wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!

Home Chef: Fresh Ingredient Delivery To Cook At Home

Home Chef is a meal kit delivery service - order and receive home food delivery weekly. Choose from 21 fresh recipes featuring steak, chicken, pork, fish, vegetarian options, and beyond to meet your cooking needs each week.