Scallop Frittata Recipe

This elegant Scallop Frittata recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for brunch, a light dinner, or a special occasion. Tender scallops are nestled in a creamy, cheesy egg custard with sautéed onions, garlic, basil, tomatoes, and capers. This recipe was originally an entry in rsc #10 and has been updated with precise measurements and improved instructions for optimal results. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 333.9 kcal
Protein 49g
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Ingredients for Scallop Frittata

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How to Make Scallop Frittata

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet (10-inch), melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Sauté scallops until lightly browned (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic, chopped basil, tomatoes, and capers. Cook for 2 minutes more.
  6. Remove the vegetable mixture from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  7. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
  8. Stir in the sautéed vegetables and shredded Swiss cheese.
  9. Generously grease a 10-inch pie pan or oven-safe skillet.
  10. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan.
  11. Arrange the sea scallops on top of the bread crumbs.
  12. Pour the egg mixture over the scallops.
  13. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the frittata is set and lightly browned.
  14. Let cool slightly before slicing into wedges and serving hot.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

54g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Scallop Frittata?

Scallop Frittata takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Scallop Frittata?

Scallop Frittata has approximately 333.9 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Scallop Frittata?

The key ingredients for Scallop Frittata are Butter, Olive Oil, Bay Scallop, Red Onion, Garlic Cloves, Fresh Basil. See the full list with measurements above.

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