Easy Garlic-Lemon Scallops

Scallops sauteed in butter and garlic will melt in your mouth. Lemon juice gives it a nice kick.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 408 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup butter
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• ⅛ teaspoon pepper
• 2 pounds large sea scallops

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic, and cook for a few seconds until fragrant. Add scallops, and cook for several minutes on one side, then turn over, and continue cooking until firm and opaque.

Step 2

Remove scallops to a platter, then whisk salt, pepper, and lemon juice into butter. Pour sauce over scallops to serve.