Sauteed Scallops with Parsley and Garlic
Elevate your seafood game with these irresistibly tender and flavorful sautéed scallops with parsley and garlic. Perfectly seared in olive oil for a golden, crispy crust, these succulent sea scallops are paired with a buttery garlic-parsley sauce that adds a burst of aromatic freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this elegant dish is surprisingly simple to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests on special occasions. Garnished with a squeeze of bright lemon juice, it's a restaurant-quality recipe you can effortlessly create at home. Serve these delectable scallops alongside a crisp green salad or creamy risotto for a meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 large sea scallops
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Season both sides of the scallops with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add scallops to the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Sear the scallops for 2-3 minutes on one side, without moving them, until a golden crust forms.
Flip the scallops gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until they are opaque and cooked through.
Transfer the scallops to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Stir the chopped parsley into the skillet and cook for 15-20 seconds to combine.
Drizzle the garlic-parsley mixture over the scallops.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the scallops.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 9192 mg | 400% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 247.6 g | 495% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 4010 mg | 85% | |
*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.
