Scallops with Asparagus

This is a simple yet elegant dish featuring seared scallops and tender asparagus, all brought together with a light lemon butter sauce.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the scallops with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the asparagus and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
Return the scallops to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Serve the scallops and asparagus with the lemon butter sauce drizzled on top.