Pan-Seared Scallops with Pea Purée

    Pan-Seared Scallops with Pea Purée

    An elegant, light lunch featuring buttery scallops on a vibrant green bed.

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    20 minsHard2 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    410

    Calories

    26g

    Protein

    18g

    Carbs

    28g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 8 largeSea scallops
    • 2 cupsFrozen peas
    • 1/4 cupHeavy cream
    • 2 tbspButter
    • 5Mint leaves
    • 1 tspLemon zest

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Boil peas for 3 minutes, then blend with heavy cream, mint, and salt until silky.

    2. 2

      Pat scallops extremely dry with paper towels; season with salt.

    3. 3

      Heat a cast-iron skillet with oil until smoking hot.

    4. 4

      Sear scallops for 2 minutes per side without moving them until a deep crust forms.

    5. 5

      Add butter to the pan in the last minute and baste the scallops.

    6. 6

      Smear pea purée on plates and top with scallops and lemon zest.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 2Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories410

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 28g36%
    Saturated Fat 12.6g63%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 25mg8%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 18g7%
    Dietary Fiber 1g4%
    Sugars 2.7g
    Protein 26g52%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 220 mgIron 1.2 mg

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

    💡 Tips for Pan-Seared Scallops with Pea Purée

    • • This recipe packs well for meal prep — store in airtight containers.
    • • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.

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