Grilled Lemon Garlic Scallops

written by BBQ & Grilling Recipes | June 4, 2026

Ingredients

1 pound scallops
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or the juice of 1 lemon
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Combine ¼ cup olive oil , 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 teaspoons minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning in a medium bowl.

Season 1 pound scallops with salt and ground black pepper. Add them to the bowl with the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and place it in the microwave to marinate for 30 minutes.

Preheat the grill or a grill plate to medium-high heat. Grease the grates and place the scallops on the grill. Cook them on each side for about 2 minutes until they are cooked through and have a slight char. Remove them from the grill and serve immediately.