Description
Grilled scallops are a simple yet elegant seafood dish featuring tender, sweet scallops grilled to perfection, often served with lemon or herb butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
- Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the scallops in the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Place scallops on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until opaque and slightly charred.
- Remove from grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Do not overcook scallops; they become rubbery.
- Use dry-packed scallops for better searing and texture.
- Can be served over salad, pasta, or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
