Giving lemons a quick sizzle in the skillet amps up the flavor of this piccata-inspired dish.

The heat helps release even more citrus juice and sweetens it too.

Add greens and cook, stirring often, until wilted, about 4 minutes.

Scallops with White Bean Ragu & Charred Lemon

Add beans, broth and wine and bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer, cover and cook for 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in butter.

Cover to keep warm.

Meanwhile, sprinkle scallops with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the scallops and cook until browned on both sides, about 4 minutes total.

Transfer to a clean plate.

Add lemon halves to the pan, cut-side down, and cook until charred, about 2 minutes.

Sprinkle the scallops and the bean ragu with parsley and serve with the lemon wedges.

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