Seared scallops set on pools of basil pesto with lemon

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Scallops with Basil Pesto and Lemon

Declan Chapin, Premier Catch

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Servings

4-6

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Wild Alaska Weathervane scallops are seared until golden, then set over a basil pesto cream sauce and finished with lemon zest and fresh parsley for a quick, elegant dinner.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Thaw scallops and pat dry. Lightly season with salt & pepper.

  2. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium, high heat.

  3. When oil is hot, add scallops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and set aside.

  4. In a saucepan, heat cream over medium heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat and whisk the pesto in.

  5. Spoon the pesto cream on a plate and top with scallops. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon zest.

  6. Serve and enjoy!

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