Quick and Easy Grilled Scallops

Grilled scallops are simple, yet full of flavor! Enjoy this yummy appetizer any day of the year!

⏱️ 16 min πŸ”ͺ Prep: 10 min πŸ”₯ Cook: 6 min πŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 5.0 (33) πŸ‘οΈ 7 views
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Ingredients

4 servings
  • 1 pound sea scallops (thawed if frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced )
  • salt and black pepper (to taste )
  • lemon wedges (and parsley for garnish, optional)

Steps

  1. Dab scallops dry with a paper towel.

  2. Combine olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice (and any additions below if using). Toss with scallops and let rest a few minutes while grill preheats.

  3. Preheat grill to medium-high.

  4. Once the grill is heated, oil the grates by adding oil to a paper towel and using tongs to rub the oil on the grates.

  5. Remove scallops from the marinade (discard marinade) and season scallops with salt & pepper. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side or just until opaque.

  6. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

142 kkal
Protein 14g (54%)
Carbs 4g (15%)
Fat 8g (31%)

Macronutrients

Calories1427% DV
Protein14g28% DV
Carbs4g1% DV
Fat8g12% DV

*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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