Description
Grilled Lemon Garlic Scallops are a quick and elegant seafood appetizer or light meal. Tender scallops are marinated in a flavorful lemon-garlic mixture and grilled to perfection, resulting in a slightly charred and delicious dish.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound scallops
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Marinate Scallops: Salt and pepper the scallops. Add them to the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat. Let the scallops marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Grill Scallops: Place the scallops on a grill over medium-high heat. Let them cook on each side for about 2 minutes, or until cooked throughout and slightly charred.
Notes
- Use large sea scallops for the best results.
- Do not overcook the scallops, as they will become rubbery.
- You can use a grill pan or cast-iron skillet if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6th of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
