15 Minute Garlic Butter Scallops

Tender, perfectly seared scallops in a rich garlic butter sauce.

Prep time: 5 mins · Cook time: 10 mins · Serves 2

Ingredients

• 1 lb Sea scallops
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

1. Pat scallops completely dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
3. Add scallops in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove from pan.
4. Reduce heat to medium, melt butter and add garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Stir in lemon juice. Return scallops to the pan and spoon the sauce over them. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.