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Summer Seared Scallops with Herb Sauce Seafood Recipe

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This Summer Seared Scallops with Herb Sauce recipe is a vibrant seafood dish packed with fresh herbs, garlic, and citrus. Perfect for warm-weather dining, it's a quick and elegant option that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home. The key to perfection lies in pan-searing the scallops until golden while the herb sauce delivers zesty, aromatic depth.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large sea scallops, patted dry

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Juice of 1 lemon

  • Zest of 1/2 lemon

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

  • 1 tbsp chives, chopped

  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat scallops dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. Sear scallops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and opaque. Remove and set aside.

  4. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Sauté for 30 seconds.

  5. Stir in chopped herbs and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using.

  6. Drizzle herb sauce over scallops and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Make sure scallops are very dry for a proper sear.

  • You can use cilantro or dill for a twist on the herb mix.

  • Serve with grilled vegetables or over a light salad.

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