A simple yet totally satisfying meal option, these grilled scallops are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs, then seared to golden brown perfection on the grill.
My family loves seafood pasta, shrimp boils, and these amazing grilled scallops, so I try to serve seafood at least once a week for dinner.
These grilled scallops are coated in a quick marinade for the best dinner with the least amount of effort! Scallops are one of my favorite ingredients to work with because they’re naturally tender and full of flavor and need little embelishment to create a great meal!
This recipe calls for sea scallops as well as a marinade made of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, with fresh parsley added as a garnish.
- Pat dry each scallop and lay them on a tray. Sprinkle on some olive oil, coating scallops on all sides. Season the scallops with salt, black pepper, and lemon pepper, making sure that the seasoning covers all sides. …
- Grill for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
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Grilled Scallops 🔗
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Prep: 0 15min0
Total: 0 22min0
Nutrition Facts: calories 360 calorie, Fat 15.5 grams, Saturated Fat 2 grams, Cholesterol 90 milligrams, Sodium 1192 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Protein 46 grams, Sugar 0 grams
Ingredients:
- 20 to 25 large scallops (about 3 pounds)
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon pepper
Instruction:
- Pat dry each scallop and lay them on a tray. Sprinkle on some olive oil, coating scallops on all sides. Season the scallops with salt, black pepper, and lemon pepper, making sure that the seasoning covers all sides. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Grill for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
FAQ
Are scallops better seared or grilled?
The most popular method for cooking scallops is pan searing, which involves placing the scallops on a skillet with butter or oil over medium-high heat and seasoning them with salt and pepper before cooking.
How do you keep scallops from sticking to the grill?
The seafood should be kept as dry and cold as possible, blotted with a dish towel to absorb excess moisture, and kept in the refrigerator until ready to cook in order to prevent scallops from sticking to the grill and to maximize flavor.
Why do you soak scallops in milk?
Why soak them in milk? Milk can help tenderize these, remove extra sand, and get rid of their fishy taste and odor. To do this, rinse them with cold water, soak them for an hour, and then blot dry as directed above.
How do you know when scallops are done on the grill?
Scallops only take a few minutes to sear, meaning that they can become overcooked very quickly. Scallops are done when they are opaque in the center and golden brown on the outside. They should be firm but buttery, not at all difficult to cut or chew through.