Jul 09 2026
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Scallops With Vegetables Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Vegetables

Condiments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and trim the asparagus, cutting off the tough ends. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and the zucchini into half-moons. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Scallops

    Pat the sea scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the asparagus, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender yet crisp. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  2. 4

    Cook the Scallops

    In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the scallops to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them. Sear the scallops for about 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until cooked through.

  3. 5

    Combine and Finish

    Once the scallops are cooked, return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet. Drizzle with lemon juice, toss gently to combine, and cook for an additional minute just to heat everything through.

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