Herbed Citrus Grilled Shrimp and Scallops Recipe

Name: Herbed Citrus Grilled Shrimp and Scallops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Large Sea Scallops; 1 pound Large Shrimp In The Shell; 3 cloves Garlic; 1/4 cups Basil; 1/4 cups Parsley; 1 whole Orange, Zest And Juice; 1/2 whole Lime, Juiced; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil

Servings: persons

1
Thaw scallops by quickly rinsing them under water just enough to clean them.
2
Clean the shrimp.
3
Drain the seafood and pat dry.
4
Place the shrimp and scallops into a large bowl.
5
Mince the garlic and herbs and throw it all in the bowl with the seafood.
6
Add the orange zest and juice, lime juice, salt, pepper, and of olive oil.
7
Stir until combined and set aside to marinate while your grill heats up.
8
Clean your grill and heat it to as high as it will gothe covered grill should get to about 475 degrees F to 500 degrees F before you start.
9
Make sure you have long grill tongs, as the grill will be hot!
10
As soon as youre ready, stir the seafood again to make sure you have a nice coating of oil and then work quickly to place the shrimp and then the scallops on the grill.
11
Dont move or fuss with them once they are down, as you want a nice sear and some grill marks.
12
Use a basting brush or spoon to distribute the remaining flavored oil on top of the shrimp and scallops.
13
Turn the seafood once and continue to cook until just cooked through.

239

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Large Sea Scallops, 1 pound Large Shrimp In The Shell, 3 cloves Garlic, 1/4 cups Basil, and more.

Yes, Herbed Citrus Grilled Shrimp and Scallops falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbed Citrus Grilled Shrimp and Scallops

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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