Grilled Seafood Foil Packs with Lemon-Chive Butter

Dairy Free
Health score
23%
Grilled Seafood Foil Packs with Lemon-Chive Butter
40 min.
8
491kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the ocean with our Grilled Seafood Foil Packs with Lemon-Chive Butter! This delightful dish is perfect for seafood lovers and is sure to impress your family and friends at your next gathering. With a combination of fresh shell clams, succulent shrimp, and tender sea scallops, each bite is a taste of coastal bliss.

What makes this recipe truly special is the simplicity of preparation. Wrapped in foil and grilled to perfection, the seafood steams in its own juices, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. The addition of sweet corn and juicy cherry tomatoes not only enhances the dish's visual appeal but also adds a delightful sweetness that balances the savory seafood.

To elevate the experience, we drizzle a luscious lemon-chive butter over the seafood and vegetables, infusing each packet with a zesty brightness that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, this dish is dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

Ready in just 40 minutes, these foil packs are not only a feast for the senses but also a convenient meal that requires minimal cleanup. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, our Grilled Seafood Foil Packs are the perfect choice for a delicious and satisfying meal. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the taste of the sea!

Ingredients

  • 32  clams (littlenecks or cherrystones)
  • 1.3 lb shells frozen thawed uncooked
  • 2.5 lb scallops 
  •  ears corn fresh sweet cleaned cut into fourths
  • 32 large cherry tomatoes 
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  •  lemon zest grated
  • teaspoons chives fresh chopped
  • serving chives fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  2. Cut 8 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil; spray with cooking spray.
  3. Place 4 clams, shrimp and scallops in center of each sheet; top each with 2 pieces of corn and 4 tomatoes. In small bowl, mix butter ingredients.
  4. Drizzle about 2 teaspoons butter over seafood and vegetables in each packet.
  5. Bring up 2 sides of foil so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
  6. Place packets on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 15 to 20 minutes, rotating packets 1/2 turn after 10 minutes, or until clam shells have opened, shrimp are pink, and scallops are white and opaque. (Cooking time may vary depending on ingredients selected) Discard any clams that don't open.
  7. To serve, cut large X across top of each packet; carefully fold back foil to allow steam to escape. Top with chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories491kcal
Protein24.44%
Fat18.64%
Carbs56.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.25
Glycemic Load
21.36
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.983913307605%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:491.49kcal
24.57%
Fat:10.19g
15.68%
Saturated Fat:2.14g
13.36%
Carbohydrates:69.99g
23.33%
Net Carbohydrates:65.86g
23.95%
Sugar:6.47g
7.19%
Cholesterol:36.54mg
12.18%
Sodium:668.99mg
29.09%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.06g
60.12%
Selenium:66.24µg
94.63%
Phosphorus:691.92mg
69.19%
Vitamin B12:2.96µg
49.29%
Manganese:0.84mg
42.15%
Vitamin C:28.72mg
34.82%
Vitamin A:1632.25IU
32.65%
Magnesium:101.56mg
25.39%
Potassium:765.45mg
21.87%
Zinc:2.7mg
18.01%
Vitamin B3:3.47mg
17.35%
Fiber:4.13g
16.52%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.44%
Copper:0.33mg
16.36%
Folate:65.35µg
16.34%
Iron:2.55mg
14.18%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.15%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.72%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.66%
Vitamin E:0.84mg
5.63%
Calcium:50.02mg
5%
Vitamin K:2.39µg
2.28%