Baked Scallops

Baked Scallops

from cookedbyjulie.com
15 min

These baked scallops are super easy to make and require just 4 ingredients! They're buttery, tender, and absolutely delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sea scallops (side muscle removed)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
  • old bay seasoning (to taste )
  • 1 lemon

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Discard the small side muscle from each scallop and pat dry the scallops on both sides with a paper towel.

  3. 3

    Brush each scallop with melted butter and squeeze a little bit of lemon juice over each scallop. Do this on both sides.

  4. 4

    Season the scallops lightly on both sides with old bay seasoning.

  5. 5

    Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the scallops reach an internal temperature of 125-130 degrees.

  6. 6

    Serve with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.