Description
Garlic Butter Baked Scallops are a luxurious seafood dish that combines tender scallops with a rich garlic butter sauce, creating a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this dish makes an impressive appetizer or a main course for any occasion. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can enjoy these ocean treasures that promise to elevate your dining experience at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh large sea scallops
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Arrange the scallops in a single layer in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave. Mix in minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and half the parsley.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the scallops, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the scallops are opaque and firm to touch.
- Garnish with remaining parsley and serve with crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 scallops (about 140g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg