Baked Scallops with Turkey Bacon: An Easy Indulgence at Home
Delicious baked scallops wrapped in turkey bacon, perfect for a satisfying and indulgent meal at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound scallops
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap each scallop with a piece of turkey bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the wrapped scallops on a baking dish and drizzle the olive oil mixture over them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the scallops are cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the scallops in the olive oil mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
- Serve with a side of lemon wedges for added zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Baked Scallops, Scallops Recipe, Easy Seafood Dish