Whole30 Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter
Elevate your seafood game with these Whole30 Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter—a dish that’s as wholesome as it is indulgent. Tender, meaty sea scallops are perfectly seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grilled to golden perfection for a smoky, lightly charred flavor. The crowning glory is a luxurious ghee-based lemon herb butter, infused with vibrant lemon juice, zest, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic, delivering a burst of fresh, zesty richness in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. Serve these elegant scallops hot off the grill, garnished with extra parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Perfectly Whole30-compliant and packed with bold flavors, this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound sea scallops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup ghee
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
Instructions
Rinse the sea scallops under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels to ensure they are completely dry. This will help them sear nicely on the grill.
In a large bowl, toss the scallops with olive oil, salt, and pepper until they are evenly coated. Set aside.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
To make the lemon herb butter, in a small saucepan over low heat, melt the ghee.
Once melted, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, minced parsley, and minced garlic. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.
Once the grill is hot, lightly oil the grill grates with olive oil using a towel or brush. This helps prevent the scallops from sticking.
Place the scallops on the grill. Grill for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until they become opaque and have a nice sear while being careful not to overcook them.
Transfer the grilled scallops to a serving plate.
Drizzle the scallops with the prepared lemon herb butter, ensuring each scallop is nicely coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.0 g | 205% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 346 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 5392 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 93.9 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1590 mg | 34% | |
*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.
