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Lemon Butter Scallops

A bright, buttery skillet dish that’s restaurant-worthy, ready in under 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Sea Scallops
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley

Instructions

  1. Pat scallops dry with paper towels; season both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 1 tablespoon of butter.
  3. Add scallops in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove scallops and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 30–45 seconds) without browning the garlic.
  5. Stir in fresh lemon juice and parsley, then return scallops to the pan. Spoon sauce over them for about 30 seconds to reheat and coat.
  6. Plate scallops, drizzle with extra lemon-butter sauce, and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Scallops can be prepped ahead, but best when cooked fresh. Keep components separate if meal prepping.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Paleo

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: scallops, seafood, quick dinner, lemon butter, easy recipes