Scallop Gratin
Scallop Gratin offers tender sea scallops baked under a creamy mixture of cream cheese, white wine, lemon, and fresh tarragon. The dish is finished with shaved Parmesan cheese and a touch of cayenne pepper, then broiled briefly to develop a golden crust. This preparation highlights the delicate texture and mild sweetness of scallops complemented by a bright, tangy, and herb-infused sauce that crisps lightly on top.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops , (u-13 size)
- ¼ cup cream cheese , softened
- ¼ cup white wine
- 1 lemon , juiced and zested
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 tablespoon tarragon chopped, fresh
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese , shaved
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper , optional (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Add the scallops to your baking dish.
- In a large bowl whisk together the cream cheese, white wine, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, tarragon, Parmesan cheese and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pour the sauce onto the scallops and let them sit for five minutes before putting into the oven.
- Bake for 5 minutes, then turn on the broiler and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 960mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 469mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 15.2mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.