Dessert40 min510 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Heirloom Tomatoes, Mashed Potatoes, and Meyer Lemon
Learn how to make restaurant-quality pan-seared scallops at home with this easy recipe featuring heirloom tomatoes, creamy mashed…
Scallops Recipes
Scallops are sweet, tender shellfish prized for their delicate flavor and quick cooking time. They work beautifully in simple recipes where a golden sear, a buttery sauce, or a bright citrus finish can make them the centerpiece of the dish. Use scallops in pastas, risottos, seafood stews, salads, tacos, and elegant appetizers. Sea scallops are best for pan-searing and grilling, while smaller bay scallops are ideal for soups, casseroles, and quick sautés. For the best texture, choose dry-packed scallops when possible and pat them very dry before cooking. A hot pan, minimal movement, and a short cook time help create a caramelized crust while keeping the center tender.
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Dinner50 min810 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Herb Sauce
Indulge in a restaurant-quality dish at home: perfectly seared scallops atop a creamy truffle mushroom risotto, finished with…
Dinner50 min800 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Sauce
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Dinner50 min750 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Butternut Squash Risotto and Lemon-Sage Brown Butter
Golden pan-seared scallops atop a creamy butternut squash risotto, finished with a nutty lemon-sage brown butter sauce. A…
Dinner10 min350 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce and Crème Fraîche Mashed Potatoes
Master the art of perfectly seared scallops with a luscious lemon butter sauce, served alongside creamy crème fraîche…
Dinner10 min690 cal / serving
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Indulge in a luxurious dinner of pan-seared scallops atop creamy truffle mushroom risotto, finished with a nutty brown…
Dinner45 min690 cal / serving
Seared Scallops with Summer Corn Risotto, Tomatoes, and Chili Lime Butter
This bright and bold summer dish pairs creamy corn risotto with perfectly seared scallops, finished with heirloom grape…
Dinner10 min170 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Lemon Butter Sauce, Crème Fraîche Mashed Potatoes, and Chili Roasted Asparagus
Master the art of perfectly seared scallops with a luscious lemon butter sauce, served alongside creamy crème fraîche…
Dinner10 min460 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Sauce
Indulge in a gourmet dinner featuring perfectly seared scallops atop a creamy truffle mushroom risotto, finished with a…
Dinner5 min630 cal / serving
Creamy Lemon Scallop Spaghetti with Burst Tomatoes
Tender pan-seared scallops meet creamy Parmesan sauce with burst tomatoes and fresh herbs in this elegant yet easy…
Dinner50 min810 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Herb Sauce
Indulge in a gourmet dinner of pan-seared scallops atop creamy truffle mushroom risotto, finished with a nutty brown…
Dinner45 min980 cal / serving
Seared Scallops with Creamy Chorizo and Roasted Bell Pepper Spaghetti
Tender seared scallops meet crispy chorizo and al dente spaghetti in a creamy, garlicky tomato sauce with roasted…
Dinner10 min830 cal / serving
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Scallop Scampi with Spaghetti
This restaurant-quality shrimp and scallop scampi features tender seafood tossed with spaghetti in a garlic herb butter sauce,…
Dinner50 min800 cal / serving
Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Herb Sauce
Pan-seared scallops over creamy truffle mushroom risotto, finished with a nutty brown butter herb sauce.
Dinner45 min690 cal / serving
Scallops with Corn Risotto, Heirloom Tomatoes, and Chili Lime Butter
A summery risotto loaded with fresh corn and Parmesan, topped with seared scallops and a bright chili lime…
Side Dish10 min580 cal / serving
Tuscan-Style Seafood Cioppino with Garlic Butter Toast
This hearty Italian-American seafood stew combines shrimp and scallops in a rich tomato broth, served with crispy garlic…
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Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Sauce
Indulge in a restaurant-quality dish at home: golden scallops atop creamy truffle mushroom risotto, finished with a nutty…
Dinner10 min930 cal / serving
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Scallop Spaghetti with Parmesan and Lemon
Tender shrimp and scallops in a rich garlic herb butter sauce, tossed with spaghetti, Parmesan, and a hint…
Dinner10 min300 cal / serving
Lobster Ravioli with Seared Scallops in Sherry Shallot Cream Sauce
Tender lobster ravioli topped with golden seared scallops in a rich sherry shallot cream sauce, finished with fresh…
Dinner50 min800 cal / serving
Pan-Seared Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Risotto and Brown Butter Sauce
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Dinner50 min720 cal / serving
Seared Scallops with Butternut Squash Risotto and Lemon-Sage Brown Butter
Golden seared scallops atop a creamy butternut squash risotto, finished with a nutty lemon-sage brown butter sauce.
Dinner10 min1130 cal / serving
Spring Shrimp and Scallop Paella with Charred Green Beans and Lemon Aioli
A vibrant spring paella loaded with shrimp, scallops, green beans, bell pepper, and peas, finished with a zesty…
Dinner10 min1030 cal / serving
Creamy Mushroom Risotto with Seared Scallops and Crispy Bacon
This surf-and-turf risotto pairs seared scallops and crispy bacon with a creamy mushroom risotto for a luxurious dinner.