53 Scallop Recipes – Baked, Grilled, Broiled & Pan-Seared
Here are 53 of the most amazing scallops recipes out there! We've included recipes for grilling, baking, broiling, and pan-searing, plus 10 side dish suggestions for what to serve with scallops.
Grilled Scallop Recipes
Grilling scallops adds a wonderful charred flavor to your dish and couldn't be easier! Perfect for summertime kabobs, appetizers or even your main course.
Grilled Scallops and Shrimp Kabobs
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The marinade is quick and easy to prepare. You'll have outstanding flavors that you, your family, and your guests are going to simply rave about!
Grilled Scallops
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A quick and easy scallop recipe that's perfect for any day of the week.
Sweet and Sour Scallop Kabobs
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Succulent sea scallops, crisp broccoli florets, and sweet pineapple chunks brushed in a quick soy-ginger marinade, grilled to perfection.
Balsamic Grilled Peach and Grilled Scallop Salad
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Juicy scallops mixed with slightly tart but sweetbalsamic grilled peaches withpeppery greens in a salad.
Grilled Scallops with Avocado & Corn Salsa
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Plumpgrilledjumbo scallops served with a bright, fresh avocado-corn salsa and a sweet, tart honey-lime vinaigrette. It’s healthy, yet filling and downright delicious!
Grilled Scallops with Tomatillo Plum Salsa
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These grilled scallops are simply prepared and topped with a fresh summery tomatillo plum salsa for a delicious light meal.
Grilled Scallop Citrus Ceviche
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This grilled scallop citrus ceviche is a refreshing and healthy appetizer or light meal.
Grilled Lemon Garlic Scallops
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An eloquent dishmarinated in the juice of a lemon, a hint of garlic, wrapped inolive oil with Italian seasonings and grilled to perfection!
Grilled Scallops with Meyer Lemon Salsa Verde
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Simple and quick grilled scallops served with fresh and vibrant beet greens and citrusy based salsa.
Grilled Sea Scallops with Bourbon Sauce
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These Grilled Scallops with Bourbon Sauce are cooked on skewers on the grill, and topped with an easy, sweet bourbon sauce.
Grilled Scallops with Herbed Zucchini Noodles and Charred Corn
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A simply grilled summer feast featuring grilled scallops served atop zucchini noodles tossed with charred corn and fresh herbs.
Grilled Scallops with Cilantro Yogurt Dip
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Tasty grilled scallops cooked on wooden skewers and served with a delicious cilantro yogurt dip.
Grilled Rosemary Scallops
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Toss the old skewers and grill your scallops on rosemary stalks for a fresh summery taste!
Baked Scallop Recipes
Baking scallops is a simple process and always turns out a delightful dish. Try baking in individual ramekins or small baking dishes and give everyone their own meal!
Crispy Baked Scallops with Buttery Panko Topping
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Crispy Baked Scallops are buttery and crispy with panko, Parmesan cheese, paprika, butter, and olive oil and baked in just 15 minutes.
Baked Scallops with Lemon-Butter Sauce
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These quick and easy baked sea scallops are topped with panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a simple lemon-butter sauce.
Fancy Baked Sea Scallops
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These easy-to-make baked sea scallops make an impressive appetizer for a special meal with a crispy pancetta crumb topping.
LEMON GARLIC BAKED SCALLOPS
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This easy dinner recipe takes about 20 minutes and is low carb, Keto-friendly.
Ultimate Scallop Gratin
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Scallop Gratin is an easy baked scallop recipe with a creamy, cheesy, white wine butter sauce you will LOVE, and it's ready in just 20 minutes!
Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Scallops
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Baked in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, seasoned with chili pepper and garnished with fresh cilantro.
Baked Scallops au Gratin with Panko Breadcrumbs
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A simple scallop recipe that takes just 15 minutes to bake.
Baked Sea Scallops with Crispy Gluten Free Topping
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An easybaked sea scallopsrecipe with a crispy low carb and gluten-free topping. Makes a fantastic keto-friendly appetizer or main course.
Baked Sea Scallops in Shells
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Bring a taste of the seas to your home in this sophisticated Sea Scallops recipe, baked in a garlicky oil sauce and served with a splash of lemon juice.
Bay Scallops Casserole
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Bay scallops pair beautifully with a crunchy, buttery, lemony topping.
Simple Herbed Scallops
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Lemon, butter, and herbs make this dish a standout.
Baked Scallops with Cheese and Wine Sauce
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Cheese and wine, baked with scallops until creamy and delicious.
Oven-baked Scallops on the Shell
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Six ingredients (plus a little salt) is all you need to enjoy these delightful baked scallops
Easy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
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In less than 30 minutes you can cook bacon wrapped scallops in the oven to tender, juicy perfection.
Broiled Scallops Recipes
Broiling scallops is a great way to ensure you get that nice, crispy topping.
Broiled Scallops with Parmesan Bread Crumbs
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Broiling delivers a crispy topping that's the perfect contrast for the sweet, tender scallops.
Crispy Broiled Scallops and Chorizo
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Tender, sweet scallops and spicy chorizo? Count us in.
Coquille St. Jacques
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Delicate scallops, shrimps, and mushrooms in a rich gruyere and white wine sauce, broiled until golden and bubbling.
Pumpkin Broiled Scallop Gratin
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A lighter, seasonal take on the classic Coquilles St. Jacques, and is made with sea scallops cooked in a creamy pumpkin sauce.
Pan-Seared Scallops Recipes
Pan-searing is the method you'll want to use if you want to get that deep, golden-brown sear on each scallop. Be sure you crank the heat up to high and watch them carefully so they don't overcook.
Perfectly Seared Scallops with Bacon and Kale Pesto
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These perfectly seared scallops with bacon and kale pesto are the perfect dinner for any night of the week!
Blackened Scallops with Coconut Creamed Corn
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These Cajun blackened scallops with coconut creamed corn are the perfect way to celebrate the summer.
Seared Scallops with Coconut Rice & Pineapple Salsa
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Perfectly seared scallops on top of fresh pineapple salsa and creamy coconut rice - make dinner tropical!
Easy Mediterranean-Style Scallops Recipe
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If you've thought that you can only get tasty, buttery scallops at a fine dining restaurant, this 20-minute recipe will change your mind!
Sweet Corn Risotto with Seared Sea Scallops and Basil Salsa Verde
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Sweet Corn Risotto with Seared Sea Scallops and Basil Salsa Verde is a beautiful, delicious, summery date night dinner for two!
Scallops With Cheese Grits
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Pan-seared scallops with cheese grits: a favorite quick meal.
Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce
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The easiest gourmet dish you can make on a weeknight in just 15 minutes.
Low-Carb Seared Scallops & Spaghetti Squash
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A 30-minute restaurant-quality recipe that looks and sounds fancy, but is so easy to make!
Seared Scallop Pasta with Creamy Bacon Sauce
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Scallops + Carbonara = a winner.
Heart-shaped Pasta with Shrimp and Scallops in a Champagne Rose Sauce
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A tasty and great looking heart-shaped pasta with shrimp and scallops in a champagne rose Sauce. Perfect for Valentine's Day, anniversary or romantic evening!
Irish Scallop Bisque
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Creamy, and decadent Irish Scallop Bisque, perfect for a cozy date night dinner.
Pan-Roasted Scallops With Sesame Sauce Recipe
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This delicious Asian-influenced pan-roastedscallop recipe is served with white rice and edamame for a healthy, well-balanced meal.
Cajun Scallops and Cheesy Grits
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These Cajun Scallops and Cheesy Grits are a zesty, mouthwatering summer comfort food dish you need to get on the menu!
Browned Butter Scallop and Artichoke Pasta
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Scallops and artichokes seared in browned butter and tossed with pasta, burst tomatoes & fresh lemon- Ready in 30 minutes!
Pan Seared Scallops with Orzo Piccata
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An easy weeknight dinner that’s fancy enough for weekend company.
Thai Curry with Scallops and String Beans
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Forget take out, this simple Thai curry with scallops and string beans is here to revive your weeknight dinner.
What to Serve with Scallops?
Here are 8 side dish recipes that solve the dilemma of what to serve with your scallops!
Green Beans Almondine
A simple recipe for Green Beans Almondine that uses just ONE pan. Healthy, fresh and perfect for a crowd or an easy weeknight side dish.
This easy dish has just five ingredients with loads of flavor.
Easy Mushroom Risotto with Gorgonzola
Simple, sophisticated and filled with flavor!
Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan
The parmesan cheese and crispy edges make these a healthy, tasty treat.
Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
Easy, healthy, and tasted amazing. Don't forget the flavorful crispy bits on the bottom of the pan!
goat cheese potato gratin with crispy pancetta and a balsamic glaze
This sophisticated recipe takes a shortcut to get these on the table in no time.
Roasted Carrot Souffle
It sounds difficult, but it's so easy you won't believe it. A major hit with adults and kids!
Goat Cheese Polenta
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Polenta is the Italian version of grits and this creamy goat cheese polenta is the perfect scallop side dish.