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Seared Scallops with Lemon Garlic Sauce: A Quick Delight!

A quick and delightful recipe for seared scallops served with a zesty lemon garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound sea scallops patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the scallops, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they develop a golden crust. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until opaque. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook for an additional minute to combine flavors.
  5. Return the scallops to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the sauce. Cook for another minute to heat through.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mg

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic while sautéing.
  • Serve over a bed of sautéed spinach or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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