Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter

Name: Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces large sea scallops; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

Perfectly seared scallops with a golden crust, drizzled with a bright and luxurious lemon butter sauce.

French⏱ 15 min⚠ Contains 2 allergen(s)

✨ High in protein✨ Very high in sodium✨ Good source of potassium

Ingredients

Large sea scallops12 ounces
Butter3 tablespoons
Olive oil1 tablespoon
Lemon juice2 tablespoons
Fresh parsley2 tablespoons, chopped
Saltto taste
Black pepperto taste

Nutrition (per serving, makes 2)

Calories365 kcal

Protein29 g

Carbs6 g

Fat25 g

Fiber0 g

Sugar0 g

Sodium1274 mg

Vitamin C11 mg

Iron0 mg

Calcium49 mg

Potassium577 mg

Estimated values.

Steps

1Pat the scallops thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and shimmering.
3Place scallops into the hot skillet in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd, and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized.
4Remove the scallops from the pan. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to deglaze the pan and create a sauce.
5Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the seared scallops and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.