Scallops with Tarragon Butter

Elevate your seafood dinner with these decadent Scallops with Tarragon Butter, a quick and easy recipe that delivers gourmet flavors in just 20 minutes. Succulent sea scallops are perfectly pan-seared to a golden crust, then bathed in a rich, aromatic butter sauce infused with fresh tarragon, garlic, and a splash of bright lemon juice. Perfect for an elegant weeknight meal or a romantic dinner, these scallops are as versatile as they are delicious—serve them alongside crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce or pair with tender steamed asparagus for a light, sophisticated side. Quick to prepare yet stunning in presentation, this recipe is a guaranteed showstopper.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Sea scallops
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh tarragon, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Optional: Lemon zest
• 0 Optional: Crusty bread or steamed asparagus for serving

Directions

Step 1

Pat the sea scallops dry with a paper towel to remove moisture. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering but not smoking.

Step 3

Place the scallops in the skillet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd. Sear for 2-3 minutes on one side, until golden brown and crisp. Flip the scallops using tongs and cook for another 2-3 minutes until opaque in the center. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium, and add the butter to the skillet. Allow it to melt and bubble slightly.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the fresh tarragon and lemon juice to the skillet, stirring to combine. If desired, sprinkle in lemon zest for extra brightness.

Step 7

Return the scallops to the skillet and spoon the tarragon butter over them to coat evenly. Cook for 1 more minute to reheat the scallops and infuse them with the butter sauce.

Step 8

Serve the scallops immediately with the tarragon butter drizzled on top. Pair with crusty bread to soak up the butter or steamed asparagus for a light side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(525.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1224.3

Total Fat 81.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 271.6mg	0%
Sodium 3840.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 80.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.1mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1459.6mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 25.7%

Carbs: 16.2%