Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible recipe for Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter—perfect for summer grilling sessions or elegant dinner parties. Featuring succulent sea scallops seared to perfection on the grill, this dish is brought to life with a luscious lemon herb butter infused with garlic, fresh parsley, thyme, and a touch of zest. The smoky char from the grill pairs beautifully with the bright and buttery citrus flavors, while minimal seasoning lets the natural sweetness of the scallops shine. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet gourmet recipe is ideal for anyone looking to impress with a fresh and flavorful seafood dish. Serve as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or alongside a refreshing salad for a light and satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh sea scallops
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Pat the scallops dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the scallops with olive oil on both sides and season lightly with additional salt and pepper.
Place the scallops directly on the grill grates. Grill each side for about 2-3 minutes, or until they have grill marks and are opaque in the center.
Remove from grill and immediately brush with the lemon herb butter, reserving some for drizzling.
Arrange the scallops on a serving platter and drizzle with remaining lemon herb butter.
Sprinkle with lemon zest for an extra touch of freshness before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1067 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.1 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3595 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 75.1 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1296 mg | 28% | |
*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.
