Pan-Seared Scallops with Pea Purée
Elegant sea scallops served over a vibrant, mint-infused green pea mash.
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20 minsMedium2 servings
Nutrition per serving
310
Calories
24g
Protein
18g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Ingredients
- 8 largeSea scallops
- 2 cupsFrozen peas
- 1/4 cupFresh mint leaves
- 2 tbspButter
- 1 tbspLemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Boil peas for 3 minutes, then blend with mint and half the butter until smooth.
- 2
Pat scallops dry and season with salt.
- 3
Sear scallops in a very hot pan for 2 minutes per side until golden.
- 4
Spoon purée onto plates and top with scallops.
- 5
Drizzle with lemon juice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories310
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g19%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg8%
Sodium 310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 18g7%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 24g48%
Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 45 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
- • Let meat rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.
- • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.
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