Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter

Name: Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 12 to 16 scallops
Ingredients: 12 to 16 dry sea scallops (about ¾ lb; see note); 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; ¼ teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper; Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Prep Time

Cook Time

10m

Total Time

15m

This delectable recipe features succulent pan-seared scallops, drizzled with a luscious lemon butter sauce. With just a handful of simple ingredients, including extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper, this dish comes together in no time. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a burst of bright, zesty flavor.

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Ingredients

Servings: 12 to 16 scallops

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12 to 16 dry sea scallops (about ¾ lb; see note)

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

4 tablespoons butter, divided

1 tablespoon lemon juice

¼ teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper

Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

93kcal

4%
Fat

6g

0%
Saturated Fat

2g

0%
Carbohydrates

0g

0%
Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

7g

0%
Cholesterol

34mg

1%
Sodium

124mg

6%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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