Baked Scallops with Garlic Sauce
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistibly flavorful Baked Scallops with Garlic Sauce recipe—perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner. Succulent fresh sea scallops are bathed in a rich garlic-butter sauce infused with zesty lemon juice and fragrant parsley, ensuring every bite bursts with bright, tangy notes. Generously topped with a golden breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture for added crunch, these scallops are baked to tender perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether you're entertaining guests or indulging in a gourmet weeknight meal, this recipe delivers a restaurant-level experience without the fuss. Serve these baked scallops warm with a side of lemon wedges and parsley, and watch them disappear in minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh sea scallops
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. If the tough side muscle is attached to any scallops, remove and discard it.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.
In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the breadcrumbs.
Arrange the scallops in a single layer in a baking dish. Spoon the garlic butter sauce evenly over the scallops.
Spread the breadcrumb mixture over the scallops, making sure each one has a generous coating.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until the scallops are opaque and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Optional: For an extra crispy top, broil the scallops for an additional 2-3 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1573 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.8 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 182% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 6073 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 117.6 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1610 mg | 34% | |
*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.
