Description
Delight your taste buds with these succulent Scallops with Orange, Basil, and Caper Dressing. A perfect blend of flavors that elevate simple scallops to gourmet status.
Ingredients
Scale
Scallops:
- 1 pound sea scallops (patted dry)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon capers (rinsed and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Season the scallops: Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper.
- Sear the scallops: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear scallops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together orange juice, zest, capers, basil, vinegar, and olive oil.
- Serve: Arrange scallops on a plate, spoon dressing over them, and serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure scallops are dry for a good sear.
- Pair with couscous, rice, or bread to enjoy the flavorful dressing.
- You can use lemon instead of orange for a different citrus twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 scallops with dressing
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
