Scallop Recipes

Scallops, sauteed with leeks and shallots, rest on a bed of spaghetti squash.

The mild sweetness of roasted yellow bell peppers is a perfect match for succulent scallops.

Scallops are rich and sweet and can be substituted for shrimp in most dishes. When buying, choose scallops that are similar in size and are pink or ivory (not white).

This recipe comes courtesy of Pietro Del Re, chef at Elio's restaurant in New York City.

One 16-ounce bag of edamame is enough for both puree and salad; cook it all at once, and then divide it accordingly.

This recipe for seared scallops with bacon, tomato, and avocado puree is courtesy of Elizabeth Falkner.

Use the grilled scallops to top our Mixed Fresh Herb Pasta.

Nothing says easy summer eating like kebabs: They're an all-in-one meal perfect for groups, small or large. Make a batch and start grilling!

The main ingredients of this hearty Asian soup -- shrimp, scallops, and noodles -- were simmered in a broth of sake, shiitake mushrooms, and ginger.

The distinct, rich flavor and fantastic crunch of hazelnuts add a delicious twist to this recipe for scallops.

Seared fresh scallops pair beautifully with garlicky pasta. If you like, you can substitute 12 ounces of egg fettuccine for the pappardelle. Slicing the raw scallops in half horizontally will give you more pieces and more delicious seared crust.

Seared sea scallops are served over Moroccan couscous (instead of rice) infused with the flavors of its cooking liquid: sherry, chicken stock, saffron, thyme, and butter.

Harvested by hand, pearly sea scallops showcase their natural sweetness and silken texture in this simple chilled appetizer. Juicy grapefruit and aromatic mint heighten the refreshing tang of the citrus marinade, while slivers of onion and chile impart a subtle heat.

This Basque seafood stew features bay scallops, red snapper, and clams in their shells; tomato wedges, tiny Spanish olives, and a garnish of chopped fresh parsley round out the flavors.

Caramelized scallops embody the ultimate fresh-from-the-sea flavor. Chopped hazelnuts and a hazelnut vinaigrette lend a unique flavor.

Treat yourself tonight to buttery scallops, silky pasta, and a delicate sauce, all made in minutes.

Ingredients associated with Mediterranean fish stews -- garlic, fennel, saffron, and seafood -- are brought together in our Provencal potpie, which is served with garlicky aioli; the pie is topped with convenient store-bought puff pastry, whose layers won't overwhelm the lobster, shrimp, bass, and halibut underneath.

Crisp endive leaves provide the perfect vehicle for smoked scallop salad in this tasty hors d'oeuvre.

In this take on traditional Nicoise salad, scallops replace the usual tuna. Slice very large scallops in half crosswise before sprinkling them with the peppercorn mixture.

Earthy and bright pesto is the perfect match for sweet, buttery scallops.

This easy recipe combines shrimp with tender bay scallops, calamari, crisp arugula, and radicchio. Tossed with a lemony dressing, it makes a flavorful summer lunch or dinner.

A chilled ceviche of bay scallops, lime, avocado, cilantro, and hearts of palm is served in scallop shells atop a bed of rock salt. If the scallops are too large they may be cut in half before marinating. Similarly, if you need to substitute sea scallops you may cut them into 1/2-inch pieces.