Delicious Grilled Lemon Garlic Scallops (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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Fresh large sea scallops, about 1¼ pounds
→ Marinade & Seasonings
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High-quality olive oil, ¼ cup
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Freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons
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Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon
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Freshly ground black pepper, ¼ teaspoon
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Aromatic Italian seasoning blend, 1 teaspoon
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Fresh minced garlic, 2 teaspoons
→ Garnish
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Fresh chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon
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Fresh lemon wedges for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
In a spacious bowl or resealable bag, combine your olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic, stirring until well blended.
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Gently add your scallops to the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Seal your container and let the flavors develop in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, but no more than 2 hours to prevent the citrus from beginning to cook the delicate scallops.
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For smaller scallops, thread them onto skewers for easier handling. Larger scallops can be grilled individually. Meanwhile, heat your outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat.
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Place your prepared scallops on the hot grill. Sear for just 1-2 minutes per side, until they develop a beautiful golden crust and turn opaque throughout.
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Sprinkle your grilled scallops with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges for a bright finish.
# Notes:
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Small to medium scallops are easier to manage on skewers
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Extra large scallops can be grilled directly on the grates
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This recipe is equally successful on both outdoor grills and indoor grill pans
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Keep marination time under 2 hours to prevent the citrus from beginning to cook the scallops