Creamy Scrumptious Scallops

Treat your taste buds to the ultimate indulgence with "Creamy Scrumptious Scallops," a decadent seafood dish that seamlessly melds golden-seared sea scallops with a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a quick yet elegant dinner, this recipe highlights tender scallops that are beautifully caramelized, then nestled in a luscious blend of heavy cream, melted butter, and a hint of garlic. A splash of optional white wine adds a subtle depth, while fresh parsley and a bright squeeze of lemon juice provide the perfect finishing touches. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this restaurant-quality recipe is ideal for seafood lovers seeking a savory and satisfying meal. Pair it with crusty bread or pasta to soak up every drop of the indulgent sauce, and elevate your dining experience to gourmet heights!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound sea scallops
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup white wine (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel to ensure proper searing. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, place the scallops in the skillet, making sure they are not touching each other. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove scallops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Deglaze the pan with white wine, if using, and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until the wine has reduced slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream mixture, stirring until fully melted and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice, then return the seared scallops to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the scallops and cook for another 2 minutes to warm through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the scallops to serving plates. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1989.7

Total Fat 147.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 528.0mg	0%
Sodium 4978.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 110.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 547.2mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1644.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.1%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 6.6%