How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Elegant Cioppino ?

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 lb fresh sea scallops, 1/3 lb fresh peeled & deveined shrimp, 8-12 fresh or frozen mussels in shells, 2 tsp olive oil, and more.

Is Easy Elegant Cioppino suitable as seafood?

Yes, Easy Elegant Cioppino falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Easy Elegant Cioppino ?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Easy Elegant Cioppino Recipe

Name: Easy Elegant Cioppino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 lb fresh sea scallops; 1/3 lb fresh peeled & deveined shrimp; 8-12 fresh or frozen mussels in shells; 2 tsp olive oil; 1/2 med. Vidalia or other sweet onion sliced; 1/2 med. yellow bell pepper sliced; 1/2 med. red bell pepper sliced; 2 med. garlic cloves minced; 6 small new (red) potatoes quartered; 2 cups canned whole tomatoes (incl. juice) broken up; 2 TBS tomato paste; 1 cup bottled clam juice; 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 TBS balsamic vinegar; Salt & fresh ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped

Try this homemade Easy Elegant Cioppino recipe the whole family will love. Made with shrimp, mussels, olive oil and Vidalia. Easy step-by-step instructi…

This Easy Elegant Cioppino relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as fresh sea scallops, olive oil, med. red bell pepper sliced and med. garlic cloves minced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 259 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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