Tequila Scallops Recipe

Impress your taste buds with these succulent Tequila Lime Scallops! A quick and easy recipe ready in under 30 minutes, this vibrant dish features tender scallops marinated in a zesty tequila-lime mixture, then grilled to perfection. Serve over rice, a fresh Greek salad, or your favorite pasta for a complete meal. Easily adaptable – try it with shrimp for a delicious variation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 106.8 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tequila Scallops

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How to Make Tequila Scallops

  1. Preheat your broiler or grill to high heat.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon lime zest, 1.5 ounces tequila, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, and 1 tablespoon grated ginger.
  3. Rinse 1 pound of scallops under cold water and gently pat them dry with paper towels.
  4. Place the scallops in a resealable plastic bag.
  5. Pour the marinade over the scallops, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 10-20 minutes.
  6. Thread the marinated scallops onto skewers (about 4-6 scallops per skewer).
  7. Place the skewers on the preheated broiler pan or grill.
  8. Broil or grill for 2 minutes per side, or until the scallops are opaque and cooked through.
  9. During the last 1 1/2 minutes of cooking, brush the scallops with any remaining marinade.
  10. Serve immediately over cooked rice, a Greek salad, or your favorite pasta. Garnish with extra lime zest and fresh mint, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g