Air Fryer Scallops

These Easy Air Fryer Scallops have a delicious garlic lemon butter flavor! Done in less than 10 minutes, this is a go-to air fryer recipe!

Scallops are a type of shellfish eaten all over the world. They live in saltwater environments and are caught in numerous countries. Typically scallops are cooked by sautéing on the stove top, or baking them in the oven. However, making Air Fryer Scallops is so delicious and easy, you'll never cook them any other way again!

Serve these quick air fryer scallops with Roasted Asparagus or Baked Potatoes for the perfect healthy dinner!

The air fryer cooks the scallops rapidly and evenly, making for a quick and easy meal! With scallops being so healthy, they make a very nutritious meal. Making the scallops couldn't be easier...

How to make Scallops in the Air Fryer:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

• Get all of the ingredients together; olive oil, herbs and seasonings, scallops (defrosted), butter, lemon juice, and garlic.

• Place defrosted scallops in a bowl and add the salt, garlic and dried herbs (basil, oregano, thyme).
• Pour in lemon juice, as well as melted butter and stir to coat the scallops.

• You can line the air fryer basket with parchment, or you can skip this step.
  • If you do NOT use parchment and place the scallops directly on the air fryer, then they will have a nice lookin seer to them.
• Place the scallops in the basket of the air fryer and bake at 360F for 4 minutes.
• After 4 minutes, gently shake the air fryer basket a few times and bake for another 3 minutes.

• Serve the scallops warm. Drizzle with additional melted butter if desired.

Sides to serve with scallops:

• Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus (2 ingredients)
• Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts
• Air Fryer Roasted Carrots (easy side dish)
• Easy Twice Baked Potatoes in the oven
• Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes (with crispy skin hack)
• Mexican Street Corn Salad (Esquites)
• Simple Wedge Salad

Are scallops healthy? YES!

Scallops are widely considered one of the healthiest seafoods. Made up of 80% protein and with very low fat content.

Scallops contain high levels of zinc, which can help balance hormones and improve memory. A serving also meets the daily requirement for Vitamin B12, an antioxidant associated with healthy cognitive function. 

Scallops are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, healthy fats that can balance your cholesterol levels, reducing your heart disease risk. 

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

• Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
• COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation
• GoWISE USA 7 QT Air Fryer -with Dehydrator & 3 Stackable Racks, Led Digital Touchscreen

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Air Fryer Scallops

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

7 mins

Total Time

12 mins

 

These Easy Air Fryer Scallops have a delicious garlic lemon butter flavor! Done in less than 10 minutes, this is a go-to air fryer recipe!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, seafood

Keyword: air fryer scallops

Servings: 2 servingss

Calories: 208 kcal

Ingredients

• ½ lb scallops thawed
• 2 tablespoon butter melted
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon dried basil
• ⅛ teaspoon oregano
• ⅛ teaspoon thyme
• 2 garlic cloves chopped

Instructions

1. Place defrosted scallops in a bowl, pat with paper towel to dry. Add salt, garlic and herbs.
2. Pour in lemon juice and melted butter; Stir.
3. Place the scallops in the basket of the air fryer and cook at 360F for 4 minutes (can use parchment in air fryer if desired)
4. After 4 minutes, gently shake the air fryer basket a few times and cook for another 3 minutes (internal temp should reach 115 degrees).
5. Serve immediately drizzled with additional melted butter if desired.

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Recipe Notes

Nutritional info per serving: 208 calories, 12g fat, 3g carbohydrate, 20g protein. 6 WW points per serving.