Garlic Butter Baked Scallops
Garlic Butter Baked Scallops is an easy and delicious seafood dish that highlights the natural sweetness of scallops with rich flavors of garlic, butter, and lemon.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb sea scallops, cleaned and patted dry
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic provides the best flavor.
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Place the scallops in a baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture over them.
Baking
- Bake the scallops for about 10-12 minutes or until they are opaque and cooked through.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store the baked scallops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 1-2 days. Reheat in the oven at a low temperature to keep them tender.