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21 Delicious Scallop Recipes Anyone Can Make

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Don't be intimidated by cooking scallops at home—it's easier than you think. Whether you save these tender scallop recipes for a special occasion or try one on a weeknight to spice up your usual routine, these easy scallop recipes will impress everyone at your table. Scallops take just a few minutes to cook, so many of these recipes can be ready in 30 minutes or less for a seemingly special weeknight meal.
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Seared Scallops with Citrus Beurre Blanc and Warm Slaw

Seared Scallops Citrus Beurre Blanc Warm Slaw blue pam
Credit: Andy Lyons
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If you've been craving a meal loaded with fruits and veggies, this seared scallop recipe is the one for you. The beurre blanc (a French butter sauce) is made with white wine, grapefruit, and a navel orange, so you can count on at least one serving of fruit. For veggies, the seared scallops are tossed with a warm radish and napa cabbage slaw. It all adds up to a healthy meal that's easy to make and that will make you feel great.

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Pan-Seared Five-Spice Scallops

Pan-Seared Five-Spice Scallops on orange background
Credit: Andy Lyons
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Not familiar with five-spice powder? It's a blend of cinnamon, cloves, fennel, star anise, and Szechwan peppercorns. Sprinkling some on your scallops before searing them creates a powerful burst of flavor. Serve this seared scallops recipe with wilted spinach and ham to make it a satisfying skillet meal.

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Seared Scallops and Baby Spinach with Spiced Pomegranate Glaze

Seared Scallops Baby Spinach Spiced Pomegranate Glaze
Credit: Scott Little
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You don't have to be a professional chef to make this sea scallop recipe, but you'll definitely feel like one when it's finished. For picture-perfect presentation, serve the scallops on top of wilted spinach, then sprinkle the plate with pomegranate seeds and a drizzle of bright red pomegranate sauce. You might think these pan-seared scallops would take all night, but the whole dish is ready in just 30 minutes.

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Grilled Drunken Shrimp and Scallop Skewers

Grilled Drunken Shrimp and Scallop Skewers
Credit: Karla Conrad
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These shrimp and scallop skewers are a perfect make-ahead seafood meal for grilling season (especially when you've had more than your fill of burgers and brats). Marinated in tequila and served with a boozy jicama slaw, this entrée is ready for a backyard party with neighbors and friends. This grilled scallops recipe also makes a great appetizer if you're not willing to completely give up your burger.

Related: How to Cook Scallops to Flawless, Never-Rubbery Doneness

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper Aïoli

Prosciutto-Wrapped Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli
Credit: Blaine Moats
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Every party needs a showstopping appetizer, and these prosciutto-wrapped scallops are ready to take the spotlight. To make them even more special, serve these savory treats with a roasted red pepper aïoli for dipping. Make sure you snag a skewer of these sea scallops before your guests arrive—once they do, this app will go quick.

Test Kitchen Tip: You can easily swap the meat to make bacon-wrapped scallops.

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Quick Scallop and Noodle Salad

Quick Scallop and Noodle Salad with radishes
Credit: Jacob Fox
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This healthy scallop recipe has a sneaky swap when it comes to the noodles: zucchini instead of wheat. The scallop recipe is supported by healthy ingredients like zucchini noodles, fresh spinach, cucumber, and radish slices. It's great for putting all your extra garden veggies to work.

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Weeknight Paella

Weeknight Paella shrimp scallops rice in metal pan
Credit: Andy Lyons
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Trust us: Making homemade paella is much easier than taking a trip to Spain for the real thing—but just as tasty. Ready in just 25 minutes, this shrimp and scallop recipe will leave you dreaming of the Spanish coast. You can't re-create the Spanish scenery, unfortunately, but you can nail the flavors with this tasty scallop recipe.

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Barley-Squash Gratin with Scallops

Barley-Squash Gratin with Scallops on white plate with fork
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When the leaves start changing color, it's time to make this scallop recipe. You can make the most of this dish in your slow cooker. Let the butternut squash, spinach, and barley simmer all day, then cook the scallops on a skillet and add them to the mix just before serving. If you're new to making seared scallops, this is a good recipe to start with because your slow cooker takes care of the rest of the meal so you can focus on the scallops.

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Scallops-Pecans Wilted Salad

Scallops-Pecans Wilted spinach salad
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Once you get a taste of this scallop and pecan salad, you'll never go back to plain spinach again. Top it off with a warm homemade dressing for a hint of sweet and spicy flavor to complement the subtle scallop flavor. Is your mouth watering yet? This is one of our best scallop recipes for beginners (because it's so simple), and this tasty dish takes only 20 minutes to make.

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Seared Scallop-Tequila Shooters

Seared Scallop-Tequila Shooters in shot glasses
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These scallops are definitely here to party. Puree pineapple and mango together to make each shot of tequila a little sweeter, then garnish each glass with a few mango cubes and a seared scallop. This scallop appetizer is going to kick off the party in tasty style.

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Orange-Pistachio-Stuffed Grilled Scallops

Orange-Pistachio-Stuffed Grilled Scallops with white wine
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Scallops might be small, but you can still fill them with a fresh, crisp stuffing. Use pistachios, fennel leaves, and parsley to make the gremolata filling, then serve the grilled scallops with arugula and orange slices. It's worth splurging on fresh scallops for this recipe.

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Scallop and Asparagus Alfredo

Scallop and Asparagus Alfredo with white wine
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You can never go wrong with creamy Alfredo sauce. Adding seared scallops to the mix makes this pasta entrée extra special. It's not all decadence, though—using whole wheat pasta and stirring in a full pound of asparagus makes this indulgent meal a little healthier, too.

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Air-Fryer Scallops with Lemon-Herb Sauce

Air Fryer Scallops with Lemon-Herb Sauce
Credit: Jennifer Causey
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It might seem weird to put seafood in your air fryer but stick with us here. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a fancy-looking dinner for two. We use a simple salt-and-pepper seasoning, but the finishing drizzle of oil, parsley, capers, lemon zest, and garlic really make a standout dish.

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Pineapple and Scallops

Pineapple and Scallop Skewers
Credit: Tina Rupp
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When barbecue season rolls around, grilled scallops are going to take over your summer cookouts. Since scallops are a little on the sweet side, pairing them with pineapple is a delicious choice. A quick marinade with jalapeño peppers keeps these grilled scallop skewers from becoming too sweet. You can also serve the extra sauce on the side for anyone craving more heat.

Related: Healthy Grilled Recipes to Keep Your Summer Menu Fresh and Exciting

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Gluten-Free Scallops with Noodle Salad

Gluten Free Scallops with Noodle Salad
Credit: Kritsada Panichgul
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This scallop dinner recipe is inspired by Asian flavors. Sesame oil, fresh ginger, and yuzu peel all play a role in bringing big flavor to this easy noodle bowl. Garnishing with cucumber and sesame seeds adds some crunch. If you want to put a twist on more traditional pan-seared scallops, this is a great way to do it.

Related: Best-Ever Meals in a Bowl (That Are NOT Soup)

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Chilpachole (Seafood Stew)

Chilpachole (Seafood Stew) with french bread
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If plain scallop recipes aren't enough to satisfy your craving for seafood, this stew is a must. We can't imagine a dish with more seafood than this—it's loaded with shrimp, tilapia, scallops, and mussels. Mix and match your favorites or make this stew with the freshest seafood available—clams, calamari, and crab are all great substitutions.

Related: Healthy Fish and Seafood Recipes You'll Want to Add to Your Menu ASAP

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Citrus and Scallops Supper

Citrus and Scallops Supper and glass of milk
Credit: Scott Little
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Seared scallops are just one of the four components in this complete dinner recipe. Add plenty of color and nutrition to your plate by serving the scallops with an orange salad, wilted spinach, and quinoa with raisins and pine nuts. If you struggle to think of side dishes to pair with your entrée, this scallop recipe takes care of it for you.

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Multigrain Angel Hair with Scallops and Tarragon-Lime-Basil Pesto

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Angel hair pasta with homemade pesto is good, but adding seared scallops to your plate makes it even better. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to make this home-cooked meal restaurant-caliber. Plus, if you're someone whose stomach starts growling again an hour or two after dinner, adding pasta helps make a scallop recipe heartier.

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Piri Piri Scallops with Spinach-Pineapple Salad

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Homemade piri piri (an Asian-inspired sauce) serves as a marinade and a sauce in this yummy grilled scallops recipe. Serve over a sweet and savory spinach-pineapple salad (with bacon bits, mmm) to turn grilled scallops from an easy appetizer into a satisfying meal. Because the scallops need time to marinate, you'll have to be a little more patient for this scallop recipe than some others, but it'll be worth it.

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Grilled Herb Scallops with Balsamic Syrup

Grilled Herb Scallops with Balsamic Syrup
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Serve this grilled scallop recipe at your next cookout to instantly win over your guests. You’ll love the bright flavors coming from the gremolata, an herb condiment made with chopped parsley, minced garlic, and lemon peel. And while sometimes longer is better, be sure to stick to the 2- to 4-hour marinating time, as the acidity could end up ruining the scallops’ soft, creamy texture if they soak too long.

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Scallops with Garlicky Tomatillo Salsa

Scallops with Garlicky Tomatillo Salsa and lime wedge
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Scallops and salsa may not sound like a match, but this homemade tomatillo salsa will have you convinced that it's meant to be. While the scallops marinate, you'll have plenty of time to whip up the salsa so it's ready to go when the scallops come off the grill. Of course, if you have any salsa leftover from this scallop recipe, make sure you have a few chips on hand to scoop it up.

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