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Scallops in Lemon Wine Sauce

Scallops in Lemon Cream is an easy and elegant recipe, perfect for a quick weekday dinner with the family!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 419 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound sea scallops
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup white wine
  • ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Defrost scallops in the fridge if frozen. Dab dry with a paper towel and season with salt & pepper.
  2. Heat oil over high heat in a nonstick skillet.
  3. Once the oil is smoking, add scallops and cook 2 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Flip scallops over and cook an additional 60 seconds or just until firm and browned. Do not overcook.
  5. Remove from heat and place on a plate to rest.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and wipe-out skillet with a paper towel.
  7. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Add garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  8. Add white wine and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer 2 minutes more or until slightly thickened. Stir in remaining butter.
  9. Drizzle sauce over scallops and sprinkle with parsley.

Notes

  • Leftover scallops can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 
  • Reheat in the microwave until heated through, refresh flavors with salt & pepper. 
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Nutrition Information

Calories 419 (21%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 110mg (37%) Sodium 1026mg (43%) Potassium 421mg (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 758IU (15%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 44mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 419

% Daily Value*

Calories 419 21%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 110mg 37%
Sodium 1026mg 43%
Potassium 421mg 9%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 758IU 15%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 44mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

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