High Protein Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
Elevate your seafood game with these High Protein Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter, a dish that's as quick and easy as it is indulgent. Perfectly seared large sea scallops are grilled to tender, juicy perfection and then drizzled with a luxurious lemon herb butter made with fresh garlic, parsley, dill, and a bright pop of citrus. Packed with protein and low in prep time—just 30 minutes from start to finish—this recipe is a fantastic option for a healthy weeknight dinner or an elegant weekend meal. Serve these scallops alongside a crisp salad or roasted vegetables to complete a restaurant-quality dining experience at home. A must-try for seafood lovers looking for a flavorful, protein-packed meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 pieces large sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
Instructions
Pat dry the scallops with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This helps achieve a nice sear.
In a bowl, toss the scallops with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
For the lemon herb butter, melt the unsalted butter gently in a small saucepan over low heat.
Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and chopped dill. Remove from heat and set aside to keep warm.
Place the scallops on the preheated grill, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and nicely seared. Be cautious not to overcook them.
Once cooked, remove scallops from the grill and immediately brush or drizzle with the prepared lemon herb butter.
Arrange the scallops on a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs and lemon slices, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful flavors of high protein grilled scallops with lemon herb butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.2 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4398 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.7 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1695 mg | 36% | |
*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.
