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Healthy Recipes using Grilled Scallop

Lemon Herb Grilled Scallops

Succulent grilled scallops marinated in a zesty lemon herb dressing, perfect for a light and refreshing meal.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add scallops to the marinade and let them sit for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque.

Spicy Mango Salsa Grilled Scallops

Grilled scallops topped with a vibrant mango salsa, combining sweet, spicy, and savory flavors for a tropical twist.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 1 ripe mango (diced)
  • 1 jalapeño (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 red onion (diced)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Combine mango, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, and salt in a bowl to make the salsa.
  2. Season scallops with salt and grill them for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  3. Serve the grilled scallops topped with the fresh mango salsa.

Garlic Butter Grilled Scallops

Deliciously rich grilled scallops brushed with garlic butter, offering a savory flavor that pairs beautifully with vegetables.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Mix melted butter, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Brush the scallops with the garlic butter mixture and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Grill scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side, basting with additional garlic butter while cooking.

Mediterranean Grilled Scallops with Quinoa

Healthy grilled scallops served over a bed of quinoa, complemented by Mediterranean flavors of olives and sun-dried tomatoes.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Toss cooked quinoa with sun-dried tomatoes, olives, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Season scallops with salt and pepper and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Serve the grilled scallops over the quinoa mixture.

Coconut Curry Grilled Scallops

Exotic grilled scallops marinated in a creamy coconut curry sauce, offering a delightful flavor profile and a healthy twist.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, mix coconut milk, red curry paste, lime juice, and salt to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate scallops for 30 minutes in the coconut curry mixture.
  3. Grill the scallops for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through.

Asian-Inspired Grilled Scallops with Sesame Slaw

Grilled scallops served with a crunchy sesame slaw, bringing a delightful Asian flavor to your plate.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 2 cups cabbage (shredded)
  • 1 carrot (julienned)
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sesame seeds to make the slaw.
  2. Season scallops with salt and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Serve the grilled scallops over the sesame slaw.

Herbed Scallop Skewers with Zucchini

Flavorful grilled scallop skewers paired with zucchini, making for a healthy and visually appealing dish.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into rounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, toss scallops and zucchini with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Thread scallops and zucchini onto skewers.
  3. Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until scallops are cooked and zucchini is tender.

Grilled Scallops with Avocado Lime Dressing

Grilled scallops served with a creamy avocado lime dressing, providing a rich and healthy flavor combination.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Blend avocado, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth to create the dressing.
  2. Season scallops with salt and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Drizzle the avocado lime dressing over the grilled scallops before serving.

Pesto Grilled Scallops with Asparagus

Grilled scallops brushed with fresh basil pesto, served alongside tender asparagus for a nutritious and flavorful meal.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and grill for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  2. Brush scallops with basil pesto and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Serve the grilled scallops alongside the grilled asparagus.

Chili Lime Grilled Scallops with Black Bean Salad

Zesty grilled scallops paired with a refreshing black bean salad, creating a nutritious and satisfying dish.

Ingredients
  • 12 large scallops
  • 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine black beans, red bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and chili powder to make the salad.
  2. Season scallops with salt and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Serve the grilled scallops over the black bean salad.