Greek Style Sea Scallops Brochettes
Fire up your grill for these irresistible Greek Style Sea Scallops Brochettes, a stunning Mediterranean delight brimming with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients. Succulent sea scallops are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and thyme, then skewered with chunks of colorful bell peppers, red onion, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Perfectly charred on the grill, these brochettes are quick to cook and boast a delicate, smoky aroma that pairs beautifully with the robust Greek-inspired marinade. Serve them garnished with fresh parsley alongside classics like rice pilaf, a crisp Greek salad, or warm pita bread for a complete meal that's healthy, flavorful, and ideal for summer entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb sea scallops
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1.5 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 red onion (cut into chunks)
- 1 bell pepper (cut into chunks, any color)
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 8 wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. If scallops have a tough side muscle (the abductor muscle), remove and discard it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, sea salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the scallops to the bowl with the marinade. Toss gently to ensure the scallops are evenly coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 1 hour.
While the scallops are marinating, prepare the vegetables. Cut the red onion and bell pepper into chunks that are similar in size to the scallops. Leave the cherry tomatoes whole.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, prepare a medium-hot fire.
Thread the marinated scallops onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating with chunks of red onion, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Repeat until all skewers are assembled.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the scallops are opaque and slightly firm to the touch. Rotate the skewers carefully to ensure even cooking.
Remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve the Greek Style Sea Scallops Brochettes warm, accompanied by your favorite side dishes like rice pilaf, Greek salad, or pita bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.1 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 4308 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.4 g | ||
| Protein | 111.8 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 6151 mg | 131% | |
*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.
