Bacon-Wrapped Scallops With Orange-Honey Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Bacon-Wrapped Scallops With Orange-Honey Sauce
45 min.
24
103kcal

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If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that bursts with flavor and sophistication, look no further than these delectable Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Orange-Honey Sauce. Perfect for any gathering, whether it's an elegant dinner party or a casual get-together, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress your guests.

The combination of succulent sea scallops and savory bacon creates a tantalizing experience for your taste buds. Each scallop is marinated in a fragrant mixture of garlic, olive oil, and spices, allowing their natural sweetness to shine through. The smoky flavor of the bacon adds a delicious contrast, while the crispy texture takes the dish to a whole new level. To top it off, the Orange-Honey Sauce provides a zesty and sweet glaze that perfectly balances the richness of the bacon and the delicate flavor of the scallops.

This dish not only stands out in flavor but also caters to various dietary preferences, being both gluten-free and dairy-free. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you’ll have an impressive starter ready in no time. Each serving is approximately 103 calories, making it a guilt-free choice for a snack or an appetizer.

Whether you serve them at a festive gathering or enjoy them as a delightful treat for yourself, these Bacon-Wrapped Scallops with Orange-Honey Sauce will leave everyone wanting more. Dive into this culinary adventure and elevate your entertaining game today!

Ingredients

  • 12 slices bacon cut in half
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 24 servings orange-honey sauce 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • small onion diced
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • pounds sea scallops 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a shallow dish or large zip-top plastic bag; add scallops. Cover or seal, and chill 30 minutes.
  2. Drain scallops, discarding marinade.
  3. Place bacon on a rack in a broiler pan; broil 6 inches from heat (with electric oven door partially open) about 2 minutes or until limp. Wrap bacon around scallops, and secure with wooden picks.
  4. Broil 10 to 15 minutes or until bacon is crisp and scallops are done, turning after 7 minutes.
  5. Serve scallops with Orange-Honey Sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories103kcal
Protein23.25%
Fat47.46%
Carbs29.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.02
Glycemic Load
3.15
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.8021738930889%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.24kcal
5.16%
Fat:5.46g
8.41%
Saturated Fat:1.64g
10.24%
Carbohydrates:7.59g
2.53%
Net Carbohydrates:7.5g
2.73%
Sugar:5.96g
6.62%
Cholesterol:16.33mg
5.44%
Sodium:221.47mg
9.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.02g
12.05%
Phosphorus:143.75mg
14.38%
Selenium:7.16µg
10.23%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.8%
Vitamin B3:0.73mg
3.63%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.32%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.32%
Potassium:109.28mg
3.12%
Magnesium:10.25mg
2.56%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.33%
Folate:6.84µg
1.71%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.52%
Iron:0.24mg
1.36%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.29%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.15%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.11%
Source:My Recipes