Scallop Bruschetta
Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant and flavor-packed Scallop Bruschetta recipe! Juicy, golden-seared sea scallops take center stage, perched atop crispy toasted baguette slices that are crowned with a vibrant medley of diced cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic. A drizzle of rich balsamic glaze ties everything together, adding a tangy-sweet finishing touch that complements the savory, buttery scallops. Ready in just 25 minutes, this sophisticated yet easy-to-make dish is perfect for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress. Serve these bite-sized delights warm for an unforgettable appetizer experience that's filled with bright Mediterranean flavors and gourmet flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Sea scallops
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 1 loaf Baguette, sliced into 12 pieces
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet.
Brush one tablespoon of olive oil evenly over the baguette slices. Bake them for 5-7 minutes or until they are lightly toasted. Remove from the oven and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, one tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the skillet and allow the butter to melt.
Once the skillet is hot, add the scallops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; sear in batches if necessary. Remove the scallops from the skillet and set them aside.
To assemble the bruschetta, spoon the tomato mixture evenly over the toasted baguette slices.
Top each bruschetta with a seared scallop and drizzle with a small amount of balsamic glaze.
Serve immediately and enjoy this elegant appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.9 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 179 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 6100 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.5 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.4 g | ||
| Protein | 116.6 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2281 mg | 49% | |
*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.
