Creamy Pesto Scallops
Aug 24, 2025 11:36 AM
Simple and easy, this creamy pesto scallops recipe is made in one skillet, and ready in about 30-40 minutes! Succulent sea scallops are seared and nestled into a creamy pesto sauce that’s packed with bold savory flavors… it’s a perfect weeknight dinner idea!
Do you have a favorite seafood? For me, scallops are pretty high up there!
You may think of scallops as a restaurant type of meal, but they’re really easy to make at home.
Fresh ones are great, but frozen scallops work well for those of us that are land-locked and don’t have access to the best quality fresh seafood.
Once the scallops are seared, a quick creamy sauce is made in the same skillet (less dishes and more flavor for the win!). Then the cooked scallops are nestled back into that sauce.
Serve them alongside your favorite vegetable, some bread or pasta, and you have yourself a well-rounded meal!
Plus it comes together in about 30 minutes!
Ingredients:
Scallops
- 1 lb. sea scallops (we use 10/20 size)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil (vegetable oil is a good substitute)
Creamy Pesto Sauce
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 – 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
- 1 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated is best
Garnish
- lemon zest
- minced fresh basil
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
30 minutes
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