ZUCCHINI SCALLOPS

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Here's a healthier alternative to scallops wrapped with bacon. They look elegant and fresh, but they're also simple to make on the stove or grill. Serve warm or make ahead and serve at room temperature. -Elizabeth Truesdell, Petaluma, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 sea scallops (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium zucchini (8 inches long and 1-1/2-inch diameter)
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss scallops with lemon juice, salt and pepper., Using a vegetable peeler or metal cheese slicer, cut zucchini into very thin lengthwise strips. Wrap a zucchini strip around each scallop, overlapping edges slightly. Secure with a toothpick., In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium heat. Add six scallops; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes on each side or until scallops are golden brown and zucchini is tender. Repeat with remaining oil and scallops. Sprinkle with parsley. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

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Sk Sdaam
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This was a great recipe! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was tender and flavorful. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Hammad Javed
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This was a good recipe. The scallops were cooked well and the zucchini was tender. However, I found the dish to be a bit bland. I think I would have preferred it if there was some more seasoning added to the scallops and zucchini.


Kamal Foudar
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This was a great recipe! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was tender and flavorful. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Corbyn
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This was a good recipe. The scallops were cooked well and the zucchini was tender. However, I found the breadcrumb topping to be a bit bland. I think I would have preferred it if there was some herbs or spices added to the breadcrumb mixture.


Matimba Power
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This was a great recipe! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was tender and flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


Meghan Percy
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This dish was amazing! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was so tender. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Kane Johnson
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The scallops were cooked well and the zucchini was tender. I would have liked it if the breadcrumb topping was a bit crispier, but that's just a personal preference.


Tariq Rajput
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if the scallops were seasoned with just a bit of salt and pepper.


Rana Abdul wahab
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Easy and delicious! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was tender. I added a bit of extra garlic to the breadcrumb topping for a bit of extra flavor. Yum!


Michael Armentrout
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This was a great recipe! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was tender and flavorful. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Salman Hanif
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The scallops were a bit overcooked but the zucchini was perfect. I liked the breadcrumb topping but I think it could have used a bit more seasoning.


SUBRANGI TV
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. The scallops were cooked well but the zucchini was a bit mushy. I think I would have preferred it if the zucchini was grilled or roasted instead of steamed.


Rafiul Blog Channel
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This was a great recipe! The scallops were tender and juicy, and the zucchini was crispy and flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


Ayman Essam
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I love this recipe! It's so simple but so flavorful. The scallops are always cooked perfectly and the zucchini is always tender. I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit.


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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The scallops were tender and the zucchini was crispy. I served it with a side of rice and it was a perfect meal.


Wendy Goetz
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Delicious! The scallops were juicy and the zucchini was perfectly cooked. I added a bit of extra garlic and lemon zest to the breadcrumb topping for a bit of extra flavor. Yum!


Mithu Dupcachiya
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This zucchini scallop recipe was a hit! The scallops were cooked perfectly and the zucchini was tender and flavorful. I loved the crispy breadcrumb topping. Will definitely be making this again.