Fish & Seafood · per 100g
A prized bivalve mollusk known for its sweet, buttery flavor and tender texture, the scallop serves as a lean, mineral-dense protein source within a seafood-inclusive diet.
Vitamin B12, C22:6,n-3
Choline
Phosphorus, Iodine
Phosphorus, Protein
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
Unlike most other bivalves, scallops are active swimmers that use jet propulsion to escape predators by rapidly clapping their shells together.
Standout nutrients
Vitamin B12
Selenium
Phosphorus
Choline
Seasonality
Diet
Sustainability
Farmed scallops are often restorative for ecosystems as they filter water and require no external feed.
Storage
Refrigerate
1–2 days
Store on ice in the coldest part of the fridge
Freeze
3–6 months
Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn
Flavour
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