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Best Easy Capesante Gratinate Recipe

Name: Best Easy Capesante Gratinate Recipe
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 130 g
Ingredients: fresh scallops in shell 12 pieces; fresh parsley 0.25 cup; lemon 1 pieces; garlic 2 cloves; Italian-style breadcrumbs 0.75 cup; extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp; sea salt 0.75 tsp

Scallops baked in their shells with seasoned breadcrumbs are an Italian coastal delicacy. This high protein mediterranean dish is a fresh, elegant family starter that's quick and impressive.

Cook 27 min Difficulty NORMAL 215 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

fresh scallops in shell 12 pieces
fresh parsley 0.25 cup
lemon 1 pieces
garlic 2 cloves
Italian-style breadcrumbs 0.75 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp
sea salt 0.75 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 18 g 33%

Protein 18 g 34%

Fat 8 g 33%

Serving size 130g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat your oven to 400°F and thoroughly clean the scallop shells, ensuring no grit remains.
2

Combine breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.
3

Arrange scallops on their shells, drizzle lightly with half the olive oil, and top each scallop with 2–3 tablespoons of the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
4

Sprinkle the remaining olive oil evenly over the breadcrumbs and gently press to compact, ensuring an even layer.
5

Bake for 15–18 minutes, until scallops are cooked through and the breadcrumbs are golden. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and serve immediately.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The star ingredient is fresh scallops, whose natural sweetness and tender texture form the core of Capesante Gratinate. The seasoned breadcrumb topping highlights their flavor without overpowering them, and the use of olive oil and parsley creates a distinctly Italian coastal aroma.

Q. How should I control oven heat to prevent overcooked scallops?

Bake at 400°F for exactly 15–18 minutes. Scallops cook quickly, so watch for golden breadcrumbs and opaque, just-cooked scallops. Overbaking leads to toughness; start checking after 15 minutes and remove once the topping is crisp and scallops are slightly springy.

Q. What can I do to keep the breadcrumbs from drying out?

Drizzling olive oil both before and after adding breadcrumbs helps them brown evenly and stay moist. Press the topping gently so the layer is compact, which traps moisture inside. Bake until just golden rather than deeply browned to avoid drying the topping.

Q. How many calories and what's the protein-to-carb ratio per serving?

Each serving contains about 215 kcal, with 18g protein and 18g carbohydrate. The protein-to-carb ratio is nearly 1:1, making it a balanced, high protein Mediterranean starter. Fat comprises one third of calories, mostly from olive oil.

Best Easy Capesante Gratinate Recipe

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