Description
Tender scallops infused with garlic and lemon, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Season the scallops with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the scallops and stir to combine.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure scallops are dry before searing for a perfect crust. Use heavy skillet for even heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg