Appetizer: United States – Scallop Gratin
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Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Ingredients
U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.
1 lb (450 g) sea scallops 1 / 4 cup (30 g) breadcrumbs 1 / 4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter 1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper to taste
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1 lb (450 g) sea scallops 1 / 4 cup (30 g) breadcrumbs 1 / 4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese 2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). 2. Arrange scallops in a baking dish. Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, melted butter, parsley, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. 3. Spoon the breadcrumb mixture over the scallops. 4. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the tops are golden and the scallops are cooked through.
Estimated Nutritional Information*
Per serving | Servings: 4
Calories: 185 kcal
Carbohydrates: 9.9 g
Protein: 16.4 g
Fat: 8.5 g
Saturated fat: 4.8 g
Cholesterol: 48 mg
Fiber: 0.4 g
Sugar: 0.5 g
Sodium: 655 mg
Potassium: 264 mg
Calcium: 77 mg
Iron: 0.88 mg
Vitamin A: 70 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 1.3 mg
Vitamin D: 0 µg
Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:01+00:00
*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sugar, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin D are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.