Grilled Lemon Garlic Scallops is an eloquent dish marinated in the juices of a lemon, hint of garlic, wrapped in olive oil with Italian seasonings all grilled to perfection! So simple to make and ready in minutes! 

Impress your guests with this easy to make scallop recipe for your next dinner party! If you love scallops be sure to try these Pan Seared Scallops with Lemon Caper Sauce, Garlic Butter Herb Scallops or Honey Garlic Butter Scallops.

Grilled Scallops

These Grilled Scallops get me every time! They are easy to prepare, quick to cook and look like a million dollars all plated up!

The crispy outside and tender juicy inside makes these unforgettable with every bite! Enjoy these scallops as an appetizer, main dish or a side dish for any meal. They pair well with most seafood and steaks.

My family thought we were having a decadent meal the other night when I was grilling these up! Everyone was impressed with the presentation as well as the taste. They were a win-win for our family!

What ingredients you need for grilled scallops

• Scallops
• Olive Oil
• Lemon Juice
• Garlic
• Italian seasoning
• Salt and Pepper

How do you make grilled scallops?

• In a medium sized bowl combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
• Salt and pepper the scallops and add to the bowl and toss in marinade to coat. Let marinate in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
• Place the scallops on a grill over medium high heat. Let cook on each side for about 2 minutes or until cooked throughout and slightly charred

What side dishes go well with scallops?

• Roasted Lemon Parmesan Garlic Asparagus
• Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes
• Creamy Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes 

What are scallops?

Scallop is a common name that is primarily applied to any one of numerous species of saltwater clams or marine bivalve mollusks in the taxonomic family Pectinidae, the scallops.

How to thaw scallops:

• Place frozen scallops in a bowl of cold water for about 10-15 minutes.
• Leave in the refrigerator overnight or until they are completely thawed.
• Take them out of the cold water and gently pat them dry and absorb all the liquid before marinating them.

What do scallops taste like?

They are often described as similar to crab or lobster, but more firm. Their flavor tends to be sweet and delicate, but it’s the texture that really makes them interesting and enticing. When cooked correctly, they are soft and chewy but not rubbery or tough.

Are sea scallops good for you?

Scallops are 80 percent protein.  They are also a good source of magnesium and potassium.

How to prepare scallops?

Try to find scallops without the bright orange or coral coloured crescent-shaped part still attached (or roe). The orange part can be a little bitter, however some people do like this part of the scallop. It’s personal preference. If you can only find them with the roe attached, you can pull it off and discard it. If you have bought whole scallops, you will need to remove that and the muscle that attaches the scallop to the shell. For this reason, we buy frozen wild caught scallops without the roe.

Can I sear scallops instead of using a grill?

Yes! Follow the instructions on marinating them. When ready to sear the scallops, place them in a skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Turn to medium-high heat. Sear the scallops 3 to 4 minutes or until sides are golden brown.

Looking for more seafood recipes?! Here are some!

• Lemon Salmon Piccata
• Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe (with Lemon & Garlic)
• Brown Butter Spicy Garlic Shrimp