Bacon Wrapped Scallops
When it comes to bacon-wrapped scallops, the spotlight is on the delicate- yet-meaty scallop and the flavor-packed bacon that hugs it.
Servings 6 people
Calories 116kcal
Cost $15
Ingredients
- 24 sea scallops
- 12 slices bacon
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven broiler.
- Heat a frying pan and slightly cook the bacon so it’s still quite soft and flexible.12 slices bacon
- Remove the bacon from the heat, pat it dry and cut each slice in half crosswise.
- Wrap each bacon half around a scallop, secure it with a toothpick and season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.24 sea scallops, Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Place the wrapped scallops on a rack set over a pan or rimmed baking sheet and place at about 5 inches under the preheated broiler for about 10 minutes, until cooked through, turning them often to cook everything evenly.
- Place the appetizers in a serving plate and sprinkle the lemon zest on top.Zest of 2 lemons
Nutrition
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 504mg | Potassium: 203mg | Vitamin A: 8IU | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.4mg