Scallop and Bacon Kabobs
Elevate your grilling game with these irresistible Scallop and Bacon Kabobs, the perfect blend of smoky, savory, and juicy flavors. Tender sea scallops are wrapped in crispy, golden bacon, skewered, and brushed with a zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and paprika. Grilled to perfection in just 10 minutes, these kabobs are a stunning appetizer or light main course that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress. With their balance of rich, smoky bacon and the delicate sweetness of scallops, these kabobs shine at backyard cookouts or elegant dinner parties alike. Serve them warm alongside a crisp salad or your favorite summer sides for a truly unforgettable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces sea scallops
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 pieces wooden skewers
Instructions
Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning while grilling.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. If the scallops have a tough side muscle, remove it by gently pulling it off.
Cut each slice of bacon in half crosswise to create 12 smaller pieces.
Wrap each sea scallop with a half-slice of bacon and secure it with a soaked wooden skewer. Depending on the size of your skewers, thread 2-3 wrapped scallops onto each skewer.
In a small bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the marinade generously over the scallops and bacon on all sides.
Place the kabobs on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the scallops are opaque and the bacon is crispy. Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Serve the scallop and bacon kabobs warm as an appetizer or main dish, accompanied by a fresh salad or your favorite side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 195 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 4391 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 91.1 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1498 mg | 32% | |
*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.
