What to Serve With Scallops

If you are trying to figure out what to serve with scallops for dinner, this list is of sides is exactly what you are looking for. They are an elegant and fancy seafood favorite. Whether they are bacon-wrapped, pan-seared, or baked,  scallops deserve a great side dish that goes well with them. Therefore, you will want to pick the best side dishes to go with your favorite scallop dinner.

Whether you want a salad, soup, vegetables, or something unique, we have you covered with so many choices on what to eat with scallops. Many fellow food bloggers have shared some of their best side dish recipes to eat with any of your favorite fish or shellfish. There are keto, low-carb, gluten-free, and healthy side dishes. All of these sides pair well with just about any seafood such as salmon, halibut,  mussels, calamari, lobster, clams, and more.   Which will you try first?

What to Serve with Scallops

This is a tasty list of what to offer with scallops.  To help you decide what to serve with them, I have broken down the list into some subcategories. So based on your mood, preference, or diet, there is something for everyone.  There are healthy salads, mayo-based salads,  low-carb, keto, vegetarian, and fancy sides.  This list of what to make with sloppy joes includes:

• Side Dishes by The Short Order Cook
• Salad & Vegetable Side Dishes
• Keto / Low Carb or Gluten-Free Side Dishes
• Fancy Side Dishes

Side Dishes by The Short Order Cook

Air Fryer Broccolini with Lemon & Parmesan

Broccolini is crispy thanks to the air fryer. It is all dressed up with fresh lemon & parmesan. This garlicky recipe is savory, salty, & bright with a punch of citrus.  You'll love this Italian-inspired fresh vegetable side dish or appetizer.

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Vegan Italian Chopped Salad

The best vegan Italian chopped salad is packed with garbanzo beans for protein and a bunch of fresh vegetables. It has juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and delicious Italian classic ingredients like olives, artichoke hearts, & spicy pepperoncini. Vegan Italian dressing recipe included for a great combination for lunch, dinner, side, or appetizer. It is gluten-free, healthy, & tasty for everyone to enjoy.

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Rice and Fava Bean Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

The best spring salad of rice and fresh fava beans. It is tossed with lemon vinaigrette & topped with scallions and lemon zest for a bright pop of flavor.

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Old-Fashioned Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Bacon

Creamy macaroni & cheese with caramelized onions & bacon is a classic old-fashioned recipe. The best homemade baked mac and cheese begins with a traditional roux, 3 kinds of cheese & al dente elbow pasta. This family-favorite casserole recipe is creamy, comforting, & simple to make.

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Pasta Primavera Two Ways - with Zucchini Noodles or Spaghetti

Celebrate Spring and the fresh vegetables of the season with this Pasta Primavera dish. It is great on zucchini noodles and with traditional pasta.

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How to Make Artisan Ciabatta Bread

Homemade rustic artisan ciabatta bread has a crispy crust and a tender chewy inside. This classic Italian recipe comes out so good & is easy to make. There is nothing like fresh-baked bread straight from the oven.

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Crispy Air Fryer Keto Radishes

Crispy air fryer keto radishes are the low-carb answer to those that love roasted potatoes. These seasoned radishes are an easy recipe & done in 15 minutes. 

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Oven- Roasted Green Beans

These delicious oven-roasted green beans will be a family favorite. The nutty sesame seasoning that includes garlic and onion adds so much flavor. This quick & easy recipe is the best thanks to everything but the bagel seasoning that elevates this simple vegetable side dish.

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Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli

Instant pot steamed broccoli is a healthy and easy recipe that comes out perfect every time. In just a few minutes fresh broccoli is cooked and ready to enjoy.  This method works in any electric pressure cooker with or without a steamer basket and results in fresh steamed broccoli that is not mushy. 

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Keto Cream of Mushroom Soup

This restaurant-quality low-carb keto cream of mushroom soup is easy to make and simply delicious. The creamy texture with sherry creates a rich velvety mushroom soup that is so much better than any Campbell’s condensed version you can buy. 

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Easy Homemade Soft Dinner Rolls

The best soft homemade dinner rolls baked using yeast are easy to make. These rolls are delicious and enjoyed best when warm straight out of the oven.

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Easy Keto Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

Sweet, creamy, and rich butternut squash soup is comfort in a bowl. This low-carb recipe is great for those on a keto diet.

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Butternut Squash, Apple, and Kale Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

Butternut squash and kale make the perfect Fall salad. The crunchy pecans, crisp apples, sweet raisins, and roasted butternut squash make the most amazing Autumn harvest salad recipe.

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Keto Fat Head Rolls

Homemade soft keto rolls using almond flour are not just low carb (4 net carbs each!) but will please any appetite. They are sturdy enough for use as bread for sandwiches, buns for hamburgers, and great plain.

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Salad & Vegetable Side Dishes

Oyster Mushroom Rockefeller

A vegetarian twist on a classic dish full of buttery garlic goodness. Oyster Mushrooms Rockefeller is a delicious vegetarian version of traditional Oysters Rockefeller.

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Instant Pot Asparagus with Lemon

A quick and easy way to cook asparagus perfectly. The electric pressure cookers does all of the work and you enjoy the rewards.

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Quick Orzo Pasta Salad

Quick Orzo Pasta Salad is full of fresh veggies and chickpeas for a hearty vegan pasta salad. The homemade lemon-herb dressing adds so much flavor and brightness.

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Keto / Low Carb or Gluten-Free Side Dishes

Sauteed Zucchini & Squash

Sautéed Zucchini and Squash is a simple side dish made with fresh and healthy ingredients This medley of vegetables is so simple and the perfect side that everyone will love.

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How to Make Cauliflower Rice

Light and fluffy cauliflower rice is the low-carb/keto side dish that goes great with all seafood.

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Simple Creamy Coleslaw

This creamy coleslaw has a slightly tangy and sweet dressing. It is the perfect accompaniment to your meal.

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Fancy Side Dishes

Mushroom Risotto

Creamy slow-cooked rice with mushrooms, herbs, and parmesan for the perfect velvety risotto.

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Baked Parmesan Truffle Fries

Crispy baked fries made elegant and amazing thanks to the addition of parmesan and truffle butter.

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Toasted Gnocchi with Spinach

A quick recipe of pillowy gnocchi cooked in chicken broth and then toasted. The final touch of spinach and cheese finishes this wonderfully rich side dish.

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More Side Dish Ideas 

For additional side recipes that go well with any kind of seafood, check out these other articles. All the amazing recipes are shared by the best food bloggers and include a wide variety of side dish ideas to serve with fish, shellfish, and more.  

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• WHAT TO SERVE WITH COCONUT SHRIMP
• WHAT TO SERVE WITH LOBSTER

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