Grilled Scallops

This is my Mom's easy recipe for grilled scallops. It is simple, quick, and delicious. The only tools you need are a grill and a grilling basket.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 318 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch salt
• ¾ cup butter
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• ⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ⅔ cup chopped onions
• 1 ½ pounds sea scallops

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil grate.

Step 2

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in lemon juice and salt. Place scallops in a large bowl, and toss with butter mixture. Let stand for about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Thread scallops onto skewers, or use a wire grill basket. Cook on preheated grill for about 4 minutes per side.

Step 4

Return butter mixture to saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and keep warm while scallops cook. Toss with grilled scallops and serve.