Favorite Scallops

Elevate your dinner table with this quick and elegant recipe for "Favorite Scallops," a seafood masterpiece that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Tender, golden-brown sea scallops are perfectly seared in a hot skillet, creating a buttery, caramelized crust that locks in their naturally sweet flavor. Finished with a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with bright lemon juice and fresh parsley, this dish is both simple and luxurious. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gourmet entertaining, these scallops pair beautifully with crusty bread, creamy risotto, or a crisp salad. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or hosting a special occasion, this recipe guarantees show-stopping results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large sea scallops
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and remove the tough side muscle, if present.

Step 2

Season both sides of the scallops with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

When the oil is shimmering but not smoking, place the scallops in the skillet in a single layer, leaving space between them. Avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 5

Sear the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on one side without moving them until a golden crust forms.

Step 6

Flip the scallops and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the centers are opaque. Remove them from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet.

Step 8

Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Cook for another 30 seconds to combine the flavors.

Step 10

Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the garlic butter sauce over them to coat.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	555.8 grams (555.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1078

Total Fat 67.90g	87%
Saturated Fat 26.00g	130%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 279mg	93%
Sodium 4218mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 28.40g	10%
Dietary Fiber 0.60g	2%
Total Sugars 0.50g
Protein 94.20g	188%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 60mg	5%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1559mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 10.3%