This Grilled Garlic Butter Scallops recipe is a quick and delicious seafood dish perfect for grilling out. The scallops are seared to perfection with a rich garlic butter sauce that enhances their natural sweetness.
Ideal for summer barbecues or casual dinners, this recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it a great addition to your collection of recipes for the grill.
Easy Grilled Garlic Butter Scallops
These scallops are marinated in a flavorful garlic butter mixture and grilled until they are tender and slightly charred. The recipe takes about 15 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large sea scallops, cleaned and patted dry
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Scallops: Place the scallops in the marinade and let them sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill the Scallops: Place the scallops on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and have nice grill marks.
- Serve: Remove the scallops from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 200kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
