Best Seafood Platter: Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon-Dill Shrimp
A restaurant-worthy platter featuring perfectly seared scallops and bright lemon-dill shrimp, the best choice for seafood lovers seeking a light yet flavorful meal. This seafood-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs sea scallops, large shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz sea scallops
- 12 oz large shrimp
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 lemon slices
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 12 oz sea scallops and 12 oz large shrimp dry with paper towels, then season both with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add scallops and cook undisturbed for 3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook 2 more minutes until just opaque.
- Step 3: Remove scallops and set aside. Add shrimp to the same skillet, cooking 2 minutes per side until pink and firm, then remove and set with scallops.
- Step 4: In the skillet, add 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp fresh dill, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Return scallops and shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat with the lemon-dill sauce for 1 minute. Garnish with 4 lemon slices and 2 tbsp fresh parsley before serving immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Seafood Platter: Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon-Dill Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best Seafood Platter: Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon-Dill Shrimp?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sea scallops from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best Seafood Platter: Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon-Dill Shrimp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best Seafood Platter: Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon-Dill Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Best Seafood Platter: Pan-Seared Scallops & Lemon-Dill Shrimp?
Seafood seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
