Quick Steamed Scallops
Elevate your seafood experience with our "Quick Steamed Scallops," a light and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. This recipe harnesses the delicate sweetness of fresh sea scallops, enhanced by a fragrant infusion of garlic, parsley, and a splash of zesty lemon. With just 10 minutes of prep and 8 minutes of cooking, tender scallops are expertly steamed to perfection, retaining their natural succulence and vibrant taste. A drizzle of olive oil and a touch of salt and pepper complete this nutrient-rich, low-fat dish. Serve them piping hot, garnished with fresh lemon wedges for a beautifully simple yet impressively refined meal. Whether you’re seeking a quick seafood recipe or a centerpiece for a special occasion, this scallop dish is sure to dazzle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh sea scallops
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove the side muscle from each scallop if still attached.
Finely chop the garlic and parsley. Set them aside.
Slice the lemon into wedges, reserving one wedge for squeezing over the scallops after steaming.
In a medium steaming pot, bring 1 cup of water to a gentle boil. Ensure your steamer basket fits securely inside the pot without touching the water.
Brush the steamer basket lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the scallops in a single layer inside the basket.
Sprinkle the scallops with salt, black pepper, and half of the chopped garlic.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and steam the scallops for 5-7 minutes, or until they turn opaque and are firm to the touch. Do not overcook.
Transfer the scallops to a serving plate using tongs or a spatula. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the top.
Sprinkle the scallops with the remaining garlic and chopped parsley. Squeeze a fresh lemon wedge over them for added flavor.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
659 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 4220 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 94.5 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1635 mg | 35% | |
*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.
