Name: Scallops with Lemon-Basil Sauce
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 large lemon; 1.5 pounds large sea scallops; 0.25 teaspoon salt, divided; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 tablespoon butter, divided; 0.75 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon water; 0.5 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil

Scallops with Lemon-Basil Sauce

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Large sea scallops are great for a fast and filling protein source any night of the week. They can be seared or sautéed and then added to salads and pastas or served solo as an entrée. Their mild taste and universal appeal make them a good host for complex flavors. Look for dry-packed sea scallops at your local seafood market. They haven't been soaked in a liquid solution, which increases their weight and sodium content.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Published on April 26, 2023

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Scallops with Lemon-Basil Sauce — Photo: Oxmoor House

Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Diabetes Appropriate Egg-Free Gluten-Free High-Protein Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

1 large lemon
1 ½ pounds large sea scallops
¼ teaspoon salt, divided
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon butter, divided
¾ cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon water
½ teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil

Directions

Finely grate lemon rind, reserving 1/4 teaspoon. Squeeze lemon, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Pat scallops dry with paper towels.
Sprinkle scallops with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Melt 2 teaspoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add scallops; cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until done. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm.
Add wine and reserved lemon juice to pan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from bottom of pan. Combine water and cornstarch; add to pan. Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken. Add reserved lemon rind, remaining 1 teaspoon butter, remaining 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper and basil. Remove from heat. Serve over scallops.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

185	Calories
4g	Fat
7g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 5 ounces scallops and about 1 tablespoon sauce
Calories 185
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 7g	3%
Protein 29g	58%
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 64mg	21%
Sodium 447mg	19%
Calcium 51mg	4%
Iron 1mg	6%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.