Awesome Baked Sea Scallops

Awesome Baked Sea Scallops

Cooking scallops in the oven takes no time at all. For this recipe, large sea scallops are combined with garlic, shallots, butter, then topped with bread crumbs and baked to perfection. Being from Maine, we love our seafood, and this recipe is one of our favorites.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 16 sea scallops, rinsed and drained
  • 5 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 3 pinches ground nutmeg
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley
  • lemon wedges for garnish

Directions

Step 1
Gather all ingredients.

Step 2
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Step 3
Place scallops, melted butter, garlic, and shallots in a bowl. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine. Transfer to a casserole dish.

Step 4
Combine bread crumbs and olive oil in a separate bowl. Sprinkle on top of scallops.

Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven until crumbs are brown and scallops are done, 11 to 14 minutes. Top with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

440
Calories
30g
Fat
30g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 440
% Daily Value *
Total Fat30g 39%
Saturated Fat12g 58%
Cholesterol58mg 19%
Sodium442mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate30g 11%
Dietary Fiber3g 11%
Total Sugars3g
Protein15g
Vitamin C31mg 154%
Calcium107mg 8%
Iron2mg 13%
Potassium412mg 9%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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