Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast
Tender bay scallops are paired with a buttery garlic, white wine, and lemon sauce brightened with fresh parsley and a subtle pinch of cayenne. Served over toasted Italian bread, this fragrant dish makes an elegant yet approachable dinner or a special seafood appetizer.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 7 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 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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- 8
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 46
- Performance
- 32
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
Spread softened butter onto one side of each piece of toast.
- 3
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. When the oil begins to smoke, pour scallops into the pan; cook for 30 seconds without stirring.
- 4
Toss scallops in the pan and stir in garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 5
Stir in wine and lemon juice; bring to a boil and cook for 30 seconds.
- 6
Stir in parsley and cold butter; remove from the heat.
- 7
When the butter melts, stir in cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- 8
Spoon scallops over buttered toast and serve immediately.
- Calories 508.35 kcal High 25%
- Protein 34.87 g Good Source 70%
- Carbohydrate 30.29 g 11%
- Total Fat 26.46 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 13.22 g High 66%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 106.59 mg High 36%
- Sodium 543.65 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 1.18 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 2.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 93.2 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 2.48 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 92.83 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 63.57 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 12.27 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Garlic Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast is a French appetizer recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 15 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Cayenne Pepper, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 508.35 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast?
- It is a French recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner or lunch.
- What is Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Cayenne Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Garlic. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast?
- Explore these French side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast?
- About 15 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 508.35 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast healthy?
- Garlic-Parsley Butter Bay Scallops on Toast has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 508.35 calories and 34.87 g of protein, or 70% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 543.65 mg (24% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 13.22 g (66% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic 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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