Parmesan Breaded Scallops With Lemon Garnish Recipe

Name: Parmesan Breaded Scallops With Lemon Garnish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE COATING; 1/2 cup fine Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (you may have some extra left over, depending on the size of your scallops.); 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (Use the good stuff); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional); 20 large sea scallops (about 1 1/4 pounds); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; FOR THE GARNISH; 1/2 cup loosley packed fresh Italian parsley; 2 tablespoons lemon zest; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

FOR THE COATING
1/2 cup fine Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (you may have some extra left over, depending on the size of your scallops.)
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (Use the good stuff)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
20 large sea scallops (about 1 1/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
FOR THE GARNISH
1/2 cup loosley packed fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

1
COATING.
2
Combine the coating ingredients on a plate and mix with your fingers.
3
Wash scallops and remove the small, tough side muscle.
4
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels and place in a small bowl. (Be sure the scallops are very dry or it will make the breading soagy).
5
Add the olive oil and mix to coat.
6
Dip the scallops in the coating, turning to cover evenly.
7
Gently press the crumbs onto the scallops.
8
Place the scallops in a single layer on a clean plate.
9
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the crumbs.
10
GARNISH:
11
Finely chop the parsley and lemon zest and mix together. Add the olive oil and lemon juice.
12
Spray a grill tray generously with olive oil.
13
Place the scallops on the grill tray 1-2 inches apart and grill over direct medium heat until just opaque in the center, about 8 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time. Treat them gently when turning.
14
Remove from the grill, place a little of the garnish onto each scallop and serve warm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE COATING, 1/2 cup fine Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (you may have some extra left over, depending on the size of your scallops.), 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (Use the good stuff), 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Parmesan Breaded Scallops With Lemon Garnish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Parmesan Breaded Scallops With Lemon Garnish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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