Beef Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
Beef Bacon-Wrapped Scallops are a savory appetizer featuring tender sea scallops wrapped in strips of beef bacon (or sometimes pork bacon) and typically grilled, broiled, or pan-seared. The dish combines the sweet, delicate flavor of scallops with the salty, smoky richness of the bacon. It is a popular fusion or gourmet twist on the classic bacon-wrapped scallops, often found in American steakhouses, seafood restaurants, and home cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, making it a low-carb, high-protein option. A typical serving provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, with a rough calorie ballpark of 250-350 kcal per serving of 3-4 scallops.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.2 µg |
| Selenium | 28 µg |
| Zinc | 3.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.3 g |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.8 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
Per 3-4 medium scallops (about 120 g total, including bacon) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, wrapping seafood in bacon is a classic American technique that enhances flavor through fat rendering and adds a smoky contrast. Nutritionally, scallops are a lean source of protein and minerals, but the bacon adds significant saturated fat and sodium, creating a rich but balanced bite.
