Grilled Scallops Tacos and Cabbage Slaw with Spicy Avocado Sauce
Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Grilled Scallops Tacos paired with a crunchy cabbage slaw and a creamy, spicy avocado sauce. Perfectly seasoned sea scallops are grilled to golden perfection and nestled into warm tortillas, then topped with a vibrant, tangy slaw of red and green cabbage, carrot, and fresh cilantro. A drizzle of the homemade avocado sauce—infused with jalapeño, lime, and cilantro—adds a zesty kick and luscious creaminess to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, offering a delightful blend of smoky, spicy, and fresh flavors. Serve these tacos with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 8 pieces Small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups Red cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup Green cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium Carrot, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 1 small Fresh jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the scallops by patting them dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture over the scallops and set aside.
2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the red cabbage, green cabbage, carrot, and chopped cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt. Pour this dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Set aside.
4. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, jalapeño, cilantro leaves, lime juice, water, and salt. Blend until smooth. Add a bit more water if necessary to reach a pourable consistency. Transfer to a serving bowl.
5. Grill the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side or until they are opaque in the center and have nice grill marks.
6. Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
7. Assemble the tacos by placing a few grilled scallops on each tortilla, followed by a generous portion of cabbage slaw. Drizzle with the spicy avocado sauce.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Grilled Scallops Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Spicy Avocado Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.9 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 5046 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.7 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.4 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 116.0 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 517 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 3899 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
