Description
Delight your taste buds with these perfectly seared scallops drizzled with a luscious lemon butter sauce. This elegant dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sea scallops (patted dry)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Sea Scallops:
Seasonings:
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Instructions
- Season the Scallops: Pat dry the scallops and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Scallops: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear the scallops until golden on both sides.
- Make the Lemon Butter Sauce: Cook garlic, then add lemon juice, zest, and butter. Return scallops to the pan, coat with sauce, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Ensure scallops are thoroughly dried before searing for a perfect crust.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve a nice sear; work in batches if necessary.
- Pair with risotto, pasta, or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound scallops
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
