Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Garlic Butter Baked Scallops, a dish that brings the ocean’s delights right to your dinner table. This elegant yet simple recipe features tender scallops drizzled with a luscious garlic butter sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb mixture, making it perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Ready in under 30 minutes, this seafood masterpiece is sure to impress your guests without the fuss. Serve it as an appetizer or a main course for a dining experience that’s both satisfying and refined.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh scallops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse scallops under cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
- Arrange scallops in a baking dish in a single layer.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and white wine; pour over scallops.
- Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and parsley; sprinkle over scallops.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until scallops are opaque and topping is golden brown.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg