Lemon Butter Scallops.
If you are looking for a super quick and easy and even more super delicious scallop recipe, I’ve got a winner for you!
I picked up a 12oz bag of “Specially Selected Premium Jumbo Scallops” at Aldi the other day to make something a little different for dinner for hubby and me.
As a quick side note – I am such a super fan of Aldi. I am a bit late to the game and was really not sure about it at first, but now…. every time I go, I love it more! I swear it costs half of what I pay at our other local supermarkets. I am always astonished when I walk out with a cart full of food for $100 or so. And not only is it so greatly priced, but the quality is amazing. The produce is fresh, the selection is nice, and I feel like I am being environmentally conscientious when I pack my own bags instead of coming home with 20 more plastic bags.
These scallops were absolutely delicious, and if I recall correctly, they were less than $10. I didn’t realize what a great source of protein they are. A 4-ounce serving has 19 grams of protein, 100 calories and 1 gram of fat (0 saturated fat).
So here is the way I made them. (Enough rambling – right??!!) Simple yet delectable. We had them with some butternut squash risotto (which I also picked up at Aldi) and a fresh green salad. (And no I am not being paid by Aldi – though I should inquire! wink!)
Lemon Butter Scallops
- 12 oz. Jumbo Scallops
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- Salt & pepper
- 3 Tbsp. butter
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 Tbsp. freshly minced rosemary
Directions:
Heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil in a 12-inch skillet, add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add scallops in a single layer to hot oil in skillet. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Brown 1-2 minutes and then turn. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper. Add butter and allow to melt. Add lemon juice, and flip scallops again to coat with lemon, butter, and garlic. Sprinkle with freshly minced rosemary, and serve immediately.
Enjoy!
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
this sounds so good –
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👍they are delish!
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The picture is so tempting.
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😉👍
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We love scallops, unfortunately they are expensive here, $18.99 a pound. When they go on sale I buy a few pounds and freeze them. Nice recipe, Jodi.😎
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👍😉
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Sounds wonderful!
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👍😉
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They look delicious! I have never had scallops. What are they?
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These scallops look amazing! Perfect dish for a summer time meal 🙂
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So simple and totally delish!!
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Oh yes, certainly a dish I think is wonderful. 🙂
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👍😉
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This sounds & looks delicious…need to add Aldi’s to my shopping stop today! Thanks for sharing!
Have a great day,
Char
❤️
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Can’t wait to hear what you think of Aldi. It may require a few visits to get a taste for 😉👍 as it is a different experience. It took me s while.
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Looks and sounds amazing. I love Aldi’s, too. I’ve read that they’re the healthiest food store chain. Even better than Wholefoods.
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So much to love about aldi 👍😉
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Scallops are my favorite seafood Jodi, but I rarely cook them at home, I’m pinning this to try soon, thanks!
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Same here. And these were so easy and delish!!!
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Simply mouthwatering, Jodi! It sounds like we need an Aldi in my neck of the woods! 😀
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They really were. You would love aldi Kathryn!
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These look delish, Jodi! 😍 Hubby isn’t a big scallops fan but I’d love to try your recipe! 💕🐡
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😉👍
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They definitely look like they would melt in your mouth! (K)
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They sure do! 😉
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Oh these make me hungry!!
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😝
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Jodi,
You are knocking me out with these fabulous recipes!! The scallops sound amazing; can’t wait to try them.
Thanks for all your wonderful recipes AND the beautiful artwork!
Jane
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You are very very welcome jane. I’m so glad you enjoy!
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I am a big fan of Aldi’s! We like their produce and frozen food choices, too. The paper bags and other ways you feel “righteous” make it a great place to shop. 🙂
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Yay! Same here!!
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I probably repeated (copied 😉 ) your list of best quality items, without checking. I could have said, “Ditto to your choices of admirable foods!” Lol
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It’s looks and sounds delicious. I rarely make scallops at home. We don’t have an Aldi’s here on this part of the West Coast.
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I’ve rarely made them too, but this easy delicious way has changed that for me. I’ll be buying these scallops often. I hope you can find a place to buy some that are good and reasonable.
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I can get enough of this recipe! It looks so divine 🙂
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it is so yummmmmy! 🙂
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Yummy! I can imagine they just melt in your mouth……going to make this for sure, Jodi!
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hope you enjoy!!!
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