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Lemon Butter Scallops Over Parmesan Risotto

Lemon Butter Scallops Over Parmesan Risotto for a Dreamy Dinner

Enjoy Lemon Butter Scallops Over Parmesan Risotto, a dish that combines creamy risotto with perfectly seared scallops and a zesty sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Scallops
  • 1 pound jumbo sea scallops remove the side muscle for tenderness
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter adds richness
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 lemon wedges lemon for garnish
For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio rice short-grain rice for creaminess
  • 4 cups hot chicken broth or vegetable stock
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine omit for non-alcoholic version
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small shallot finely chopped
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms shiitake, baby bella, or oyster mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated recommended
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add finely chopped shallots and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for 1-2 minutes until tender.
  3. Add Arborio rice and stir frequently for about 1 minute to toast the rice.
  4. Pour in dry white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes until mostly absorbed.
  5. Gradually incorporate hot chicken broth, starting with 1/2 cup at a time until absorbed, for about 18-20 minutes until creamy.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Rinse and pat dry jumbo sea scallops. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sear scallops for about 2 minutes per side.
  9. Melt unsalted butter in the same skillet, squeeze in lemon juice, and stir in chopped parsley for sauce.
  10. Serve creamy Parmesan risotto on plates, top with seared scallops, and drizzle with lemon butter sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a light green salad and white wine for a complete dining experience.

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