What to Serve with Scallops: 27 Best Side Dishes - Give it Some Thyme (2024)

Create amazing surf n’ turf finger food when pairing scallops with these festive Filet Mignon Rosemary Skewers. Tender beef tenderloin bathed in a red wine balsamic reduction is a culinary marriage made in heaven!

A great recipe of bite-size tender baby potatoes topped with jammy caramelized onions, gruyere cheese, fresh rosemary and thyme. A super tasty, gluten free, prep-ahead appetizer perfect to serve throughout the year.

As a twist on traditional caprese salad, these Peachy Caprese Pancetta Stacks dripping with honeyed white balsamic glaze are easy to make, gluten free and downright delicious. The sweetness of the fruit combined with salty pancetta and creamy mozzarella is simply irresistible!

Roasting peak-season cherry tomatoes with garlic makes all the difference in this hummus. White beans are the base in lieu of traditionally used chickpeas for their milder flavor and let the tomatoes shine. Fresh basil and oregano add just the right flare.

These Parmesan Zucchini Bites are a go-to appetizer or side dish for any occasion. All ingredients are combined at once, making it super easy and quick to prepare. One bowl, one spatula, one baking dish. Done! Even better, they can be made ahead and frozen!

This soup is a delicious blend of caramelized sweet carrots, onion and celery with creamy coconut milk and spice from the curry. Serve hot or at room temperature. In addition to its vibrant color, velvety texture, and fabulous taste, it’s gluten-free and freezer friendly!

A thick, creamy, sweet n’ spicy cold soup that screams summer. It’s vegan, gluten free and downright delicious. The beauty of gazpacho is you can make it a couple days in advance for easy entertaining, and it can be frozen so you can enjoy the tastes of summer all year long!

Keep the skillet and roasting pan in the cabinet and enjoy this easy salad of raw brussel sprouts with the pop of pomegranate seeds. Toasted almonds add even more crunch and parmesan cheese brings complementary salty, nutty flavor to the dish.

A bright, beautiful salad showcasing cara cara and blood oranges tossed with mixed baby greens in a sweet and tangy orange honey vinaigrette. Scallops go well with zippy citrus salads like this and our using the same dressing.

A deliciously elegant yet simple salad with crisp, crunchy broccolini, shish*to peppers, tender white cannellini beans and creamy burrata drizzled with olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice. Add pan seared scallops to complete a mouthwatering meal!

Slightly charred, fresh summer corn tossed with red onion, peppers, grilled lime and Manchego cheese is loaded with sweet and smoky flavor. A great way to modify the recipe is simply add lima beans for a tasty succotash. Perfect alongside scallops and other seafood.

A delicious veggie medley of caramelized brussels sprouts, tender green beans, broccoli, and asparagus. Mushrooms, fennel, onion and garlic add even more flavor. A super easy and delicious sheet pan recipe that has something for everyone!

This is a great side dish of tender sweet potatoes and butternut squash coated in an apple cider and maple syrup glaze infused with fall spices. It’s then topped with a fluffy meringue making it a true standout on any buffet.

Creamy Veggie Stuffed Portobellos are the epitome of year-round vegetarian comfort food. They’re full of fresh shiitakes, zucchini, arugula, and green onions for a little extra pop of peppery flavor. Perfect for prep-ahead entertaining, and they’re keto-friendly and gluten free!

Nothing like the lemony, briny caper flavor of this pasta and crunch of panko breadcrumbs toasted with lemon zest and parmesan. An easy, pantry-ingredient focused recipe to enjoy with scallops and other seafood.

This is a quick and easy recipe of tender pasta twirled with plump shrimp and wilted arugula in a lemony white wine scampi sauce. A pinch of crushed red pepper gives it just the right kick. Healthy comfort food on the table in 30 minutes. A few scallops added to the plate would put this dish over the top!

A fabulous combination of sweet butternut squash, crispy prosciutto, shallots, garlic, sage and thyme in creamy arborio rice. It’s gluten-free and perfect for meal prep. Seared buttery scallops would fit right in!

These beautifully ripened tomatoes are mounded with a delicious filling of brown rice, crunchy sweet corn, green onions, pistachios, feta and fresh herbs. Finished with a healthy drizzle of fresh tomato vinaigrette to make this gluten-free, heart-healthy dish even tastier.

This crowd pleaser is loaded with fontina and parmesan cheese and perfectly browned with crispy edges and tender, creamy potatoes. A great side dish you can prep ahead and is easily halved for smaller gatherings.

A blend of starchy Russets and buttery Yukon golds result in the ultimate mashed potatoes you’ll want second helpings of. And you can easily change up the flavors with everything from bacon, cheese and roasted garlic to Cajun, Old Bay and Italian seasonings.

Celebrate any special occasion with a combination of sweet scallops and this easy show-stopping Slow Roasted Beef Tenderloin with horseradish cream sauce. You’ll slow roast, reverse-sear your way to an ultra-tender, perfectly pink tenderloin from coast to coast. Talk about a perfect pairing!

This surf n’ turf spin features Mocha-Rubbed Steak & Spinach topped with tender roasted squash, dried cranberries, candied pecans and crumbled blue cheese. It’s drizzled with a sweet n’ tangy white balsamic honey vinaigrette and fresh rosemary.

Create a mouthwatering seafood spread with fresh scallops and these Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes using colossal lump crab meat and little filler. They’re totally addictive, easy to whip up and can be made ahead and frozen. The creamy lemon white wine sauce will put this delicious duo over the top.

Thread some large diver scallops onto these super flavorful adobo shrimp skewers to make them extra special. Mango Avocado Salsa is a refreshing topping to complement the skewers’ smoky flavor. You can assemble these gluten-free, keto-friendly kebabs ahead of time for a quick, easy and delicious meal.

This versatile sauce is a whipped, yogurt-based blend of fresh parsley, basil, green onion and a splash of citrus. A small avocado gives it extra body and that ultra-smooth texture. Delicious on scallops, and really just about on anything!

This super flavorful Spicy Cilantro Pistachio Pesto gets its flare from fresh garlic, green onion, lime juice and a little kick of jalapeño. You can easily whip it up in minutes, store in the fridge or freeze. Super delish on scallops and any other protein you can think of! Be sure to try our Spinach Walnut and Carrot Top Cashew combinations too!

We often think of roasted beets on salads or as a side dish. But pureeing them with olive oil, sherry wine vinegar, honey and fresh tarragon creates a vibrant, velvety sauce that is truly irresistible. It brings out the subtle sweetness of the scallops that makes them shine.