Pan-Seared Scallops with Pea Purée
Elegant restaurant-style sea scallops served over a vibrant minty green pea base.
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15 minsMedium2 servings
Nutrition per serving
340
Calories
22g
Protein
18g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Ingredients
- 8 unitsSea Scallops
- 2 cupsFrozen Peas
- 5 leavesFresh Mint
- 2 tbspButter
- 2 tbspHeavy Cream
Instructions
- 1
Boil peas for 3 minutes, then blend with mint and cream until smooth.
- 2
Pat scallops extremely dry and season with salt.
- 3
Sear in a smoking hot pan with oil for 2 minutes on one side.
- 4
Flip, add butter, and baste for 60 seconds.
- 5
Spoon purée onto plates and top with scallops.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories340
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g26%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg8%
Sodium 310mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 18g7%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 22g44%
Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 8 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
- • Let meat rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.
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