Description
A simple recipe for seared scallops that highlights their natural flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the scallops dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add scallops to the skillet in a single layer.
- Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use dry scallops for better searing.
- Serve immediately for best taste.
- Pair with a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: seared scallops healthy