Wow! Seared Scallops with Lemon Herb Risotto sounds like a perfect dinner to me. Just reading this post from Alta Mantsch of Tasty Eats At Home is making my mouth water. While I love risotto, another idea for this one would be to use quinoa which in turn would make it grain-free as well as gluten-free.
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“Risotto, to me, is an ultimate comfort food. It’s creamy, starchy, and warm – all attributes of comfort food in most people’s minds. And while this version is gluten and dairy-free, and relatively low in undesirables as far as healthfulness is concerned (it’s not comprised of processed foods and has a moderate amount of healthy fat), it’s still on the “special occasion” list for me, as it is a less-healthy grain than say, brown rice. That being said, this is deliciously indulgent without wrecking your waistline. And with the bright flavors of lemon and fresh herbs, it’s also a lovely dish for spring…”
