Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops pair sweet, tender sea scallops with smoky, crisp bacon for a satisfying contrast of textures. A dusting of Cajun seasoning adds a bold kick, while a squeeze of lemon brightens each bite. Ideal for parties or a quick starter when you want something impressive yet straightforward.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning now and then, until lightly browned but still flexible, about 5 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
- 2
Wrap each slice of bacon around one sea scallop and secure it with a toothpick. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- 3
Warm the olive oil in a clean skillet over medium-high heat; sear the scallops until golden and the bacon is crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Squeeze lemon over the scallops. Serve right away.
- Calories 130.54 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 15.46 g Good Source 31%
- Carbohydrate 3.9 g 1%
- Total Fat 7.19 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 2.0 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 25.51 mg Moderate 9%
- Sodium 342.61 mg Moderate 15%
- Dietary Fiber 0.75 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 0.76 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 15.04 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.33 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 28.38 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 11.09 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 13.0 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
About This Recipe
Spicy Bacon Wrapped Scallops is a Cajun and Creole appetizer recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 5, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Cajun Seasoning, Lemon, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 130.54 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or dinner.
- What is Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Cajun Seasoning, Lemon, Olive Oil, Scallop. The full list of 5 is above.
- What goes well with Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 130.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops healthy?
- Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 130.54 calories and 15.46 g of protein, or 31% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 342.61 mg (15% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.0 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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