Simply Seared Scallops

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This simple recipe uses minimal ingredients in order to highlight the delicious flavor of the sea scallop! Garnish with a drizzle of balsamic and chopped fresh basil.

Submitted by Stephanie Karek
Updated on November 16, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
4 mins
Total Time:
9 mins
Servings:
3
Yield:
12 scallops
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 12 sea scallops, tough muscles removed

  • ½ lemon, juiced

  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon butter

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

  1. Pat sea scallops dry with paper towels. Season with some lemon juice, salt, and pepper on one side.

  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over high heat. Place scallops in the skillet seasoned-side down. Cook until browned on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Season with remaining lemon juice, salt, and pepper; flip. Continue cooking until opaque, about 2 minutes more. Garnish with lemon zest.

Recipe Tip

For the best sear on your scallops, make sure they are very dry before cooking. And once you place them into the pan, don't move them until it is time to flip them over.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

170 Calories
9g Fat
3g Carbs
18g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 170
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 320mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Protein 18g 36%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 28mg 2%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 349mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.