Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze
Tender sea scallops are seasoned with seafood seasoning, salt, and pepper, then paired with a tangy balsamic glaze enriched with dry white wine, Dijon mustard, butter, and fresh tarragon. Their mild flavor shines through the bright, lightly herbaceous sauce, making this an elegant choice for a dinner party or special evening meal.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 35
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 52
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Pat scallops thoroughly with a paper towel to remove excess moisture and ensure a good sear. Combine seafood seasoning, salt, and pepper; sprinkle on both sides of scallops.
- 2
Melt butter with oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallops, being careful not to crowd the skillet; cook until golden brown and a crust starts to form, about 3 minutes per side. Cook in batches, if necessary, to avoid steaming the scallops. Be careful not to overcook. Transfer to a plate; cover to keep warm.
- 3
Add wine, vinegar, and mustard to the skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until the glaze is slightly thick and syrupy, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Drizzle scallops with glaze; garnish with tarragon.
- Calories 162.69 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 11.69 g Good Source 23%
- Carbohydrate 4.81 g 2%
- Total Fat 9.39 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 3.71 g Moderate 19%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 36.47 mg Moderate 12%
- Sodium 102.75 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.25 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.91 g --
- Added Sugars 0.11 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 34.17 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 0.84 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 63.6 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 67.18 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 2.94 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Mustard
- Sulfites
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Canola Oil, and Dijon Mustard. Each serving provides about 162.69 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Canola Oil, Dijon Mustard, Dried Tarragon. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 162.69 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze healthy?
- Sea Scallops with Balsamic Pan Glaze has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 162.69 calories and 11.69 g of protein, or 23% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 3.71 g (19% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Mustard, Sulfites and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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