Seared Scallops with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Seared Scallops with Cilantro Lime Sauce — golden, buttery scallops paired with a creamy, zesty cilantro lime sauce. This elegant yet simple dish is bursting with bright flavors and restaurant-quality taste, perfect for dinner parties or a romantic night in. 🍽️🧄🍋

Ingredients

For the Scallops:

• 8 large sea scallops
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime

For the Cilantro Lime Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

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