High Protein Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter

Indulge in the perfect balance of elegance and nutrition with these High Protein Grilled Scallops with Lemon Herb Butter. This quick and easy recipe highlights tender, perfectly seared sea scallops, kissed with a smoky char from the grill. The real star is the zesty lemon herb butter, a luxurious combination of melted unsalted butter, fragrant garlic, fresh parsley, and dill, with a bright kick of lemon zest and juice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Packed with lean protein and bursting with vibrant flavors, these scallops are best served hot, elegantly garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices for a restaurant-quality presentation. Whether you’re hosting or just treating yourself, these grilled scallops are a surefire way to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 pieces large sea scallops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Pat dry the scallops with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. This helps achieve a nice sear.

Step 2

In a bowl, toss the scallops with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

For the lemon herb butter, melt the unsalted butter gently in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 5

Add minced garlic to the melted butter and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and chopped dill. Remove from heat and set aside to keep warm.

Step 7

Place the scallops on the preheated grill, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and nicely seared. Be cautious not to overcook them.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove scallops from the grill and immediately brush or drizzle with the prepared lemon herb butter.

Step 9

Arrange the scallops on a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs and lemon slices, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful flavors of high protein grilled scallops with lemon herb butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(600.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1213.4

Total Fat 80.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 320.8mg	0%
Sodium 4397.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 99.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 77.2mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1694.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 9.9%