These Bacon Wrapped Scallops take minutes to prep but look and taste SO fancy. They are naturally paleo friendly with an easy keto option (just omit the maple syrup) and have so much rich, smoky flavor. Try them as an appetizer or a main dish with a green salad or some roasted veggies!

All you really need for these? Two ingredients: bacon and scallops. The marinade gives some extra smoky sweet flair, but it’s all about the bacon & scallops here!

I use raw sugar and nitrite/nitrate free bacon – we get ours from ButcherBox and it’s the best. Trader Joe’s has a good sugar free option now too! It’s just a little more on the salty side, but not in a bad way. Both are great!

We get our wild scallops from ButcherBox too – they come frozen in a big one pound bag and are super easy to thaw quick and cook up. Bigger scallops = better for this recipe, so they don’t shrink down too much when cooking!

I love these for a date night in, or a fun appetizer to impress your guests – but they’re also just amazing to make for yourself and use as a little meal prep. What a way to dress up a salad!

Leave a comment / review below if you make these, I would love to hear what you think! Tag me on IG too – you can find me @justjessieb!

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Bacon Wrapped Scallops

These Bacon Wrapped Scallops take minutes to prep but look and taste SO fancy. They are naturally paleo friendly with an easy keto option (just omit the maple syrup) and have so much rich, smoky flavor. Try them as an appetizer or a main dish any night!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, dinner, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: scallops, seafood, bacon
Servings: 16 scallops
Calories: 142kcal

Equipment

  • rimmed baking sheet
  • toothpicks

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sea scallops (16 scallops)
  • 8 slices bacon
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup omit for keto and Whole30
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1/4 tsp dried Italian herb blend
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • chopped fresh parsley optional garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the broiler- I set mine to 550ºF, but a high or low broil will work fine, whatever you have on your oven. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup, or grease the baking sheet lightly with avocado oil.
  • Cut the strips of bacon in half crosswise so you have half-length pieces. Pat the scallops dry, then wrap each scallop with a piece of bacon. Secure through the middle with a toothpick to keep the bacon in place. Arrange the scallops on the lined baking sheet with about an inch between each one.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the maple syrup (if using), coconut aminos, and spices. Drizzle the sauce evenly over top of the wrapped scallops, or use a brush to slather on.
  • Transfer to the oven and broil for 15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Nutrition facts calculated without maple syrup, for keto/Whole30.  The scallops taste great with or without!
  • Double check your bacon ingredients for Whole30 – go for sugar, nitrite/nitrate free (we get ours from ButcherBox)

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Sugar: 1g
Filed   appetizers, keto, Paleo, seafood, Whole 30