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Scallops with Lemon-Basil Sauce Recipe

Scallops with Lemon-Basil Sauce Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 large lemon
1 1/2 lb large sea scallops
1/4 tsp salt, divided
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 tbsp butter, divided
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 tbsp water
1/2 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil

Directions:

Finely grate lemon rind, reserving 1/4 teaspoon. Squeeze lemon, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Pat scallops dry with paper towels.
Sprinkle scallops with 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Melt 2 teaspoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add scallops; cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until done. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm.
Add wine and reserved lemon juice to pan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from bottom of pan. Combine water and cornstarch; add to pan. Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken. Add reserved lemon rind, remaining 1 teaspoon butter, remaining 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper, and basil. Remove from heat. Serve over scallops.
Serve with: Buttery Angel Hair Pasta with Parmesan Cheese
Choice Ingredient
Large sea scallops are great for a fast and filling protein source any night of the week. They can be seared or sautéed and then added to salads and pastas or served solo as an entrée. Their mild taste and universal appeal make them a good host for complex flavors.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	256.34 Kcal (1073 kJ)
Calories from fat	41.28 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.59g	7%
Cholesterol	77.36mg	26%
Sodium	1282.7mg	53%
Potassium	590.05mg	13%
Total Carbs	11.55g	4%
Sugars	0.88g	4%
Dietary Fiber	0.49g	2%
Protein	35.93g	72%
Vitamin C	7.8mg	13%
Iron	1.9mg	10%
Calcium	27.9mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	107.98 Kcal (452 kJ)
Calories from fat	17.39 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.93g	7%
Cholesterol	32.59mg	26%
Sodium	540.34mg	53%
Potassium	248.56mg	13%
Total Carbs	4.86g	4%
Sugars	0.37g	4%
Dietary Fiber	0.21g	2%
Protein	15.13g	72%
Vitamin C	3.3mg	13%
Iron	0.8mg	10%
Calcium	11.7mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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