Scampi-Style Steak & Scallops with Roasted Asparagus

Name: Scampi-Style Steak & Scallops
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 10 ounces beef tenderloin steaks (2 (5 ounce) steaks, 1 1/2-inch thick); 1 teaspoon Sea salt and freshly ground pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; 4 ounces sea scallops (6 large scallops, rinse and pat dry); 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; ¼ cup finely chopped green onions ((about 4 scallions), white and light green part); 3 large garlic cloves (minced); ¼ cup dry white wine; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh basil (cut into thin strips); 1 tablespoon minced parsley; ¼ teaspoon lemon zest; Dash hot pepper sauce; Sea salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)

Published January 12, 2017. Last updated May 20, 2022 by Judy Purcell 71 Comments

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Scampi-Style Steak & Scallops with Roasted Asparagus is an impressive dish and takes only 30 minutes in the kitchen to prepare.

Tenderloin steak seared in butter and finished with scallops in subtle accents of lemon zest, white wine, garlic, and fresh basil is surf-n-turf heaven.

You won’t believe how easy it is to skip crowded restaurants and enjoy a date night dinner at home.

The key is quality ingredients, so choose fresh lemon and herbs, large scallops, and tenderloin steaks—beef tenderloin (the wider end of the loin) or filet mignon (the small, forward end of the loin) is the ideal cut for its tenderness and ease of preparation.

Of course, this recipe works just as well with jumbo shrimp if sea scallops are not available.

Make your Date Night Dinner for Two as stress-free as possible.

Have you ever gone out on Valentine’s Day for a romantic dinner only to be disappointed by the noise level of the restaurant, food that didn’t quite measure up, or felt rushed by the waitstaff to move along for the their next seating?

A romantic dinner for two at home is less hassle and a lot more intimacy.

Set the table and prep all the ingredients before you begin because the cooking process will take about 20 minutes.
While the asparagus roasts (recipe below), you will be busy at the stove with the scallops and steak, both should be done about the same time.
Slice a crusty loaf of bread with this special meal so you can soak up and savor every lemon-garlic-buttery bite.

Asparagus can be roasted on a cast iron pan on top of the stove or in the oven.

Use your blender to make this quick hollandaise sauce for the asparagus.

Raw asparagus ready to be roasted for a Steak and Scallop dinner side dish.

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Roasted Asparagus

Fresh asparagus roasted in the oven in less than 10 minutes for a simple and tasty side dish.

Prep Time2

Cook Time10

Total Time12

Course: Side Dish, Vegetable

Cuisine: American

Servings: 3

Author: Judy Purcell

Ingredients

▢ 16 ounces asparagus -- ends trimmed
▢ 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
▢ Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

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Instructions

Position top oven rack in the middle of the oven, approximately 12 inches under broiler and turn broiler on HI. Prepare asparagus by trimming fibrous ends. Arrange asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet so that each spear is touching the pan and separate. Drizzle with olive oil and roll asparagus to coat well. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Set asparagus under the broiler for 10-12 minutes, checking and turning (rolling 1/4 turn) asparagus every few minutes until lightly browned in spots and crisp tender. Cook slightly longer if a softer texture is preferred.

Notes

To roast asparagus more quickly, position oven rack just 6 inches below broiler, roast for 5-6 minutes.

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Just-as-easy elegant dessert for two:

Try these bite-size Cheesecake Strawberries with Chocolate Accents and pair the best wine with your romantic dinner recipe with these tips from Wine Folly.

Another amazing date night dinner for two is our Amazing Crab Leg Dinner at Home.

More Side Dish Recipes for a Steak and Scallop Dinner:

Roasted Asparagus with Caramelized Onions & Blue Cheese
Grilled Cabbage with Classic Caesar Dressing
Tuscan Roasted Broccoli
Caesar Salad: A Tableside Classic
Vegetable Tian: Classic Gratin Comfort
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Roasted Garlic Aioli

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