Air Fryer Spicy Bay Scallops

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These air fryer spicy bay scallops are good on their own or can be served in lettuce wraps, tacos, salads, served over rice, pasta, etc. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 pound bay scallops, rinsed and patted dry

  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  2. Combine bay scallops, smoked paprika, chili powder, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl; stir until evenly combined. Transfer to the air fryer basket.

  3. Air fry until scallops are cooked through, about 8 minutes, shaking basket halfway through cooking time.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

179 Calories
4g Fat
7g Carbs
29g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 179
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Cholesterol 69mg 23%
Sodium 341mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 29g 58%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 49mg 4%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 516mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.