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Grilled Scallops and Shrimp Kabobs Recipe

Fire up the grill for these juicy scallops and shrimp kabobs! Marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, lemon, and herbs, then perfectly charred for a smoky, savory bite. Easy to make and packed with fresh seafood flavor!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Additional Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 57 minutes
Calories: 231kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Skewers (metal or soaked wooden skewers)
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk (for marinade)
  • Tongs (for flipping kabobs)
  • Basting brush (optional, for extra marinade)
  • Paper towels (for patting seafood dry)

Ingredients

  • 18 Scallops
  • 18 Large shrimp
  • ½ Cup olive oil
  • 6 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 6 Tbsp lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic finely chopped
  • ¼ tsp Lemon pepper
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • ½ tsp Cayenne pepper
  • Wooden skewers

Instructions

  • Place shrimp and scallops in a large Ziploc bag.
  • In a bowl, mix all marinade ingredients and pour ¾ into the bag. Reserve the rest for basting.
  • Refrigerate and marinate for 15-30 minutes, turning the bag occasionally.
  • Soak wooden skewers in water for 1 hour, then pat dry.
  • Drain and discard the marinade, then thread shrimp and scallops onto skewers.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high and grill skewers for 3-5 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade.
  • Cook until shrimp are pink, scallops are opaque, and both have grill marks. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 845mg | Sugar: 1g