Scallops with Lemon and Capers

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this elegant yet easy-to-make recipe for Scallops with Lemon and Capers. Perfectly seared sea scallops form a golden crust while remaining tender and juicy on the inside, creating a restaurant-quality dish in just 20 minutes. A luscious sauce made with butter, garlic, lemon juice, and briny capers beautifully complements the natural sweetness of the scallops. Fresh parsley and a sprinkle of lemon zest add a vibrant, citrusy finish. Serve this flavorful dish over pasta, alongside roasted vegetables, or with a simple side of crusty bread to soak up the savory, tangy sauce. Quick to prepare and bursting with fresh, bright flavors, this recipe is a guaranteed dinner favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Sea scallops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 tablespoons Parsley
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the scallops to the pan in a single layer. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just opaque. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Remove the scallops and set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 4

Stir in the lemon juice, capers, and parsley. Let the sauce simmer gently for 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Return the scallops to the pan and spoon the sauce over them to warm through, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Sprinkle the scallops with lemon zest for a bright, fresh finish, then serve immediately with your choice of sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(593.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1088.8

Total Fat 68.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 279.0mg	0%
Sodium 5801.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1.0g
Protein 94.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108.9mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1593.4mg	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: 55.0%

Protein: 33.9%

Carbs: 11.1%