Keto Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
Elevate your seafood game with these **Keto Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter**, a simple yet luxurious dish perfect for entertaining or a special weeknight meal. Tender, buttery sea scallops are seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then expertly grilled to perfection to achieve that classic golden sear. The flavorful finishing touch is a homemade lemon herb butter infused with fresh parsley, thyme, garlic, and zesty lemon juice, creating a bright and aromatic complement to the smoky, caramelized scallops. Ready in under 30 minutes, this low-carb, high-protein recipe is ideal for keto diets and pairs wonderfully with steamed veggies or a crisp side salad. Impress your guests or satisfy your seafood craving with this effortless and irresistible dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces large sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Make sure they are completely dry to ensure a good sear.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over the scallops.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using an indoor grill pan, preheat over medium-high heat on the stovetop.
In another bowl, mix the softened butter with lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme until well combined. Set aside.
Once the grill is hot, place the scallops on the grill. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the scallops are opaque and have nice grill marks.
Remove the scallops from the grill and let them rest for a minute. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the scallops for maximum flavor.
Serve the grilled scallops drizzled with the lemon herb butter over the top or on the side for dipping.
Garnish with additional parsley if desired and enjoy your Keto Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.2 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3596 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.3 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1311 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.
