Seared Scallops Recipe

Name: Seared Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. sea scallops; 4 green onions; 1 lemon; 4 tsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 c. fresh corn kernels (one ear of corn yields about 1/2 cup kernels); 1 medium red pepper; 2 plum tomatoes; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper; 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. sea scallops
4 green onions
1 lemon
4 tsp. Extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 c. fresh corn kernels (one ear of corn yields about 1/2 cup kernels)
1 medium red pepper
2 plum tomatoes
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
1/4 c. fresh basil leaves

1
Pull off and discard tough crescent-shaped muscle, if any, from each scallop.
2
Rinse scallops to remove sand from crevices.
3
Place scallops on paper-towellined plate; set aside.
4
Thinly slice dark-green tops from green onions and reserve for garnish; cut remaining parts into 1/2-inch pieces.
5
From lemon, grate 1/2 teaspoon peel and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice.
6
In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil on medium until hot.
7
Add corn, red pepper, and green onion pieces; cook 5 minutes or until onions begin to soften.
8
Add tomatoes, lemon peel and juice, 1/4 teaspoon each salt and coarsely ground black pepper, and cook 3 minutes; stir in basil.
9
Transfer to bowl; cover to keep warm.
10
Wipe skillet clean with paper towel.
11
Heat remaining 3 teaspoons oil in same skillet on medium-high until very hot.
12
Sprinkle scallops with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and coarsely ground black pepper.
13
Add scallops to skillet; cook 5 to 6 minutes or until opaque throughout and lightly browned on both sides, turning over once.
14
Serve scallops with corn relish; sprinkle with green onion slices.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. sea scallops, 4 green onions, 1 lemon, 4 tsp. Extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Seared Scallops falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Seared Scallops

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