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Healthy Baked Scallops

Tender broiled scallops finished with lemon and fresh parsley for a light, healthy dish.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

  • 12 sea scallops patted dry with a paper towel
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • lemon wedges for serving
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper freshly ground, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven’s broiler to high and arrange a rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Pat the scallops dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Place the scallops in a single layer on a baking dish or sheet tray.
  • Whisk the ghee or olive oil with the lemon juice in a small bowl and brush or spoon a light coating over each scallop.
  • Broil the scallops for 5–6 minutes until the tops are browned, then carefully flip each scallop and broil another 5–6 minutes until the other side is browned and scallops are opaque and cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
  • Optional: cook on a hot griddle instead of broiling if desired.

Equipment

  • baking dish or sheet tray
  • small bowl
  • pastry brush or spoon
  • tongs or spatula

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the baking dish to ensure even browning.
  • Patting scallops dry helps them brown better.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.