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Stovetop~25 minComplexity

Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Scallops

This Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Scallops delivers 47g protein and 913 calories per serving. Ready in 20 minutes across 4 servings on the stovetop, it's a high-calorie option for lifters eating in a surplus. Use this when you need concentrated calories and protein without extended prep time.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Scallops(794g)
  • Butter(30g)
  • Garlic(240g)
  • Yellow Onion
  • Wine, White, Dry(120g)
  • Tomatoes, Sun-Dried, Packed In Oil(142g)
  • Cream, Heavy Whipping(420g)
  • 1 pinch salt (to taste)
  • 1 pinch pepper (to taste)
  • Spinach(720g)
  • Parmesan Cheese(120g)

    Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.

  • Italian seasoning(10g)
  • Parsley, Fresh(15g)

Instructions

  1. 1Pat the scallops thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. 2Heat salted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Working in batches to avoid crowding, add the scallops in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes until golden brown on the bottom, then flip and cook 1–2 minutes more until opaque throughout. Transfer to a plate.
  3. 3In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in the white wine and scrape up browned bits from the pan bottom. Simmer 2–3 minutes until reduced by half.
  4. 4Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook 1–2 minutes to release their flavors. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the heavy cream, and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5Add the fresh spinach to the pan and stir 1–2 minutes until wilted. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan and stir continuously for 1 minute until melted and incorporated.
  6. 6Remove the pan from heat, stir in the fresh parsley, then gently fold the cooked scallops and their juices back into the sauce.
  7. 7Divide the scallops and sauce evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot, then refrigerate up to 3 days.
  8. 8To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over medium-low heat 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Serve over pasta, rice, zucchini noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition — Per Serving

913

calories

47g

protein

60g

fat

Carbohydrates
50g
Saturated fat
33.8g
Sodium
1647 mg
Dietary fiber
7.8g

4 servings per batch · ~653g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Scallops have per serving?

Each serving provides 47g of protein and 913 calories. Macros break down to 60g fat and 50g carbs, making this the highest-calorie option with the highest protein-to-serving ratio.

How long does Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Scallops take to prep?

This quick-prep recipe batch-cooks 4 servings on the stovetop in a single session. Despite the 913-calorie count, it maintains quick-prep efficiency for meal prep planning.

Is Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Scallops good for muscle gain?

At 47g protein and 913 calories per serving, this recipe is purpose-built for muscle gain phases requiring significant caloric surplus. The combination of high protein, substantial carbs (50g), and fat makes it ideal for post-workout meals during bulks.

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