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Grilled Lemon Butter Scallops

A quick, easy and light dinner with only 5 ingredients? Yes please! These Grilled Lemon Butter Scallops are delicious, fool proof and easy to make!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 96kcal
Author Jennifer Draper

Ingredients

  • 12 oz scallops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon old bay or cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter regular or dairy free
  • 1 teaspoons jarred minced garlic

Instructions

  • Pat scallops dry and place in shallow dish
  • Drizzle with oil and seasoning to coat well
  • Soften butter and mix with garlic
  • Set aside in fridge for later
  • Preheat grill to medium high heat (around 375 degrees F) and also preheat a small cast iron skillet on the grill
  • Place scallops directly on grill
  • Cook 2-3 minutes on each side
  • Add butter to skillet and let melt
  • Add scallops and cook 1 minute or so on each side to sear with butter

Notes

  • Overcooked scallops will be rubbery, cook just until opaque
  • Can be made inside on a grill pan

Nutrition

Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 342mg | Potassium: 184mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg