Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce: A Simple, Delicious Treat
Enjoy a delightful dish of seared scallops coated in a rich lemon butter sauce, perfect for impressing guests or a simple weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound scallops
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and opaque.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the scallops are dry before searing for the best results.
- You can substitute lemon juice with lime juice for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg