Paleo Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
Elevate your seafood game with these irresistible Paleo Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter—a quick and elegant dish perfect for any occasion. Tender, juicy sea scallops are brushed with a simple olive oil seasoning and charred to perfection on the grill, creating that signature smoky flavor and beautiful grill marks. The star of the dish is the luscious lemon herb butter, made with creamy ghee, fresh parsley, thyme, garlic, and a bright splash of lemon juice and zest. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free recipe is ideal for healthy weeknight dinners or sophisticated entertaining. Serve these scallops with your favorite grilled vegetables or a light salad for a paleo-friendly meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Keywords: paleo scallops, grilled scallops, lemon herb butter, seafood recipes, healthy grilling recipes, easy paleo recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons ghee
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
Rinse the scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture will help them sear nicely.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon of sea salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Brush the scallops on both sides with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Oil the grill grates using a paper towel dipped in oil to prevent sticking.
Place the scallops on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and have nice grill marks.
While the scallops are grilling, melt the ghee in a small saucepan over low heat.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, fresh parsley, fresh thyme leaves, and minced garlic to the melted ghee. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
Once the scallops are done, remove them from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
Drizzle the lemon herb butter over the grilled scallops and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.9 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 4192 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 93.8 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1551 mg | 33% | |
*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.
