Scallops with Lemon Chive Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Elevate your seafood dinner with this elegant recipe for Scallops with Lemon Chive Sauce. Tender, golden-seared sea scallops are paired with a velvety sauce made from dry white wine, heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant chives. The balance of bright citrus and creamy richness creates a restaurant-quality dish that's ready in just 25 minutes, perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions. Serve these scallops over pasta, rice, or alongside a crisp green salad for a complete and refined dining experience. With its irresistible flavors and simple cooking techniques, this scallop recipe is sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 12 large Sea scallops
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 0.25 cups Dry white wine
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Chives

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and sizzling.

3. Place the scallops in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until a golden crust forms. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

4. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

5. Deglaze the skillet by adding the white wine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon and simmer for 1-2 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.

6. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let the sauce simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.

7. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped chives. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

8. Return the scallops to the skillet and gently spoon the sauce over them to coat. Allow the scallops to warm through for about 1 minute.

9. Serve the scallops immediately, garnished with additional chives if desired. Pair with pasta, rice, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (190.5g)

Calories		360
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		23.2 g	30%
	Saturated Fat	10.7 g	53%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		98 mg	33%
Sodium		1196 mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate		1.7 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	0.4 g
Protein		27.1 g	54%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		25 mg	2%
Iron		0.6 mg	3%
Potassium		410 mg	9%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 837 cal (64.6%%)

Protein: 433 cal (33.4%%)

Carbs: 26 cal (2.0%%)