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Air fryer sea scallops cooked to perfection, served on a plate

Air Fryer Sea Scallops

These air fryer sea scallops are lightly seasoned, quickly browned, and finished with a fresh lemon drizzle, offering a restaurant-quality seafood experience in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb sea scallops, patted dry
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Helps spices stick and encourages browning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder Adds savory warmth
  • 1/2 tsp paprika Adds color and gentle warmth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Adds brightness
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, toss the patted-dry sea scallops with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  3. Place scallops in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each one.
Cooking
  1. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  2. Look for scallops that are golden on the outside and opaque in the center.
  3. Transfer scallops to a plate and drizzle with lemon juice right away.
Garnishing
  1. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Best eaten immediately after cooking. Reheat in the air fryer to retain crispness.