Description
Sizzling Scallops with Zesty Lime Cilantro Sauce are seared to golden perfection, then finished with a bright, creamy citrus-herb sauce. A restaurant-style seafood dinner ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
• 1 lb sea scallops (dry-packed)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
• 1 tsp honey
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Pat scallops dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Blend lime juice, zest, garlic, yogurt, cilantro, honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.
3. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Once hot, add scallops flat-side down. Sear 2 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
5. Plate scallops and drizzle generously with lime cilantro sauce.
6. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges, and serve immediately.
Notes
– Use only dry-packed scallops for best sear—avoid wet-packed.
– You can substitute lemon juice if limes aren’t available.
– For a spicier kick, blend in a pinch of jalapeño or chili flakes.
– This recipe pairs well with jasmine rice or roasted veggies.
– Leftovers should be stored in the fridge and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 scallops
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 310
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 42