Lemon Butter Scallops
Tender scallops seared to perfection and finished with a zesty lemon butter sauce, delivering a quick and elegant seafood dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large sea scallops
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Pat scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add scallops to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd. Cook for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque throughout.
- Remove scallops from skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet.
- Once butter is melted, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, then return scallops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
- Cook for an additional minute to coat scallops; sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with a side of garlic mashed potatoes or steamed asparagus and garnish with additional lemon wedges.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/lemon-butter-scallops/