Quick Pan-Seared Scallops
Quick Pan-Seared Scallops feature tender, golden-browned seafood over a bright pan sauce of lemon and lightly caramelized shallot, finished with fresh parsley. The contrast of a crisp sear and juicy interior makes this an elegant, weeknight-friendly main that tastes fresh and vibrant. Ideal for dinner when you want something light yet impressive.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook6 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add shallot; cook and stir until lightly browned.
- 3
Pour in lemon juice and cook until it evaporates, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits.
- 4
Place scallops 1/2 inch apart in the skillet.
- 5
Cook until the bottoms are browned.
- 6
Flip and continue cooking until the second side is deeply browned.
- 7
Transfer scallops to a serving plate; season with salt and pepper.
- 8
Garnish with parsley.
- Calories 113.19 kcal Moderate
- Protein 11.23 g Good Source
- Carbs 4.23 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.93 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.97 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 22.05 mg Moderate
- Sodium 91.54 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.02 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.97 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 23.79 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.34 mg Low Source
- Potassium 47.85 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 25.97 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 16.35 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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