Scallops Sauted with Garlic
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible recipe for Scallops Sautéed with Garlic. Featuring tender, golden-seared sea scallops infused with the rich flavors of garlic butter, this dish is as elegant as it is simple to make. In just 20 minutes, you’ll create a restaurant-worthy meal that’s perfect for date nights or entertaining guests. The scallops are perfectly seasoned with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, then finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon. Cooked in olive oil and butter for a beautifully caramelized crust, this recipe highlights the natural sweetness of scallops while keeping them juicy and tender. Serve them with crusty bread, pasta, or a fresh salad for a complete and unforgettable dining experience. Keywords: seared scallops, garlic butter scallops, easy scallop recipe, seafood dinner, quick scallop recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 whole Lemon, for serving
Instructions
Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Ensure they are completely dry to achieve a good sear.
Season the scallops evenly on both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot but not smoking, add the scallops in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes on the first side, until golden brown.
Flip the scallops and add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, spooning the melted butter and garlic over the scallops as they cook. The scallops should be opaque and firm to the touch but still tender inside.
Remove the scallops from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top for a burst of freshness.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the scallops.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 4217 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 94.9 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1660 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.
