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How to Cook Scallops

Scallops are an extremely versatile and flavorful seafood dish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this is one of the easiest and quickest dinners that the whole family will love. Including 4 sauce options!

Prep Time
4 mins
Cook Time
4 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound scallops
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
Lemon Garlic Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 5 cloves minced garlic 
  • 1/4 cup white wine (can substitute chicken broth)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Cilantro Lime Sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Orange Ginger Sauce
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
Balsamic Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic 
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Pat scallops dry with a clean towel or paper towel. Season with salt and black pepper. Scallops should be completely thawed, not frozen.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear scallops in hot oil for about 2 minutes per side, until cooked through and you have a golden brown crust.
  3. Remove scallops from skillet and make desired sauce.
Lemon Garlic Sauce
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. You can use the same skillet used to cook the scallops without cleaning. Once melted, add in garlic and saute 1 minute. Pour in white wine and simmer 2-3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice. Pour over cooked scallops.
Cilantro Lime Sauce
  1. Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Pour over cooked scallops.
Orange Ginger Sauce
  1. Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Pour over scallops during the last 30 seconds of cooking so the sauce heats briefly.
Balsamic Sauce
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. You can use the same skillet used to cook the scallops without cleaning. Add in garlic and saute 1 minute. Whisk in balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Pour over cooked scallops.

Nutrition Information

Calories 210kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 42mg (14%) Sodium 637mg (27%) Potassium 269mg (8%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 0.4g (1%) Vitamin A 180IU (4%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 210

% Daily Value*

Calories 210kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 42mg 14%
Sodium 637mg 27%
Potassium 269mg 6%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 0.4g 1%
Vitamin A 180IU 4%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

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