Grilled Scallops Tacos and Cabbage Slaw with Spicy Avocado Sauce

Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Grilled Scallops Tacos paired with a crunchy cabbage slaw and a creamy, spicy avocado sauce. Perfectly seasoned sea scallops are grilled to golden perfection and nestled into warm tortillas, then topped with a vibrant, tangy slaw of red and green cabbage, carrot, and fresh cilantro. A drizzle of the homemade avocado sauce—infused with jalapeño, lime, and cilantro—adds a zesty kick and luscious creaminess to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, offering a delightful blend of smoky, spicy, and fresh flavors. Serve these tacos with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Sea scallops
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 8 pieces Small corn or flour tortillas
• 2 cups Red cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup Green cabbage, shredded
• 1 medium Carrot, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 1 small Fresh jalapeño, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the scallops by patting them dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture over the scallops and set aside.

Step 2

2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 3

3. In a mixing bowl, combine the red cabbage, green cabbage, carrot, and chopped cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt. Pour this dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Set aside.

Step 4

4. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, sour cream, jalapeño, cilantro leaves, lime juice, water, and salt. Blend until smooth. Add a bit more water if necessary to reach a pourable consistency. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Step 5

5. Grill the scallops for 2-3 minutes per side or until they are opaque in the center and have nice grill marks.

Step 6

6. Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side.

Step 7

7. Assemble the tacos by placing a few grilled scallops on each tortilla, followed by a generous portion of cabbage slaw. Drizzle with the spicy avocado sauce.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Grilled Scallops Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Spicy Avocado Sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1416.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1767.8

Total Fat 79.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 214.7mg	0%
Sodium 5046.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 116.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 516.8mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 3898.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 36.9%