Easy Grilled Scallops with Spicy Summer Salsa

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Looking to add some sizzle to your summer grilling? Look no further than this easy grilled scallops with spicy summer salsa recipe. The succulent scallops are perfectly seared on the grill, creating a caramelized crust and tender interior. Topped with a vibrant and spicy summer salsa, this dish is bursting with fresh flavors and is sure to impress your guests. Get ready to elevate your grilling game with this simple yet impressive seafood recipe.

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Easy grilled scallops with spicy summer salsa recipe details

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Three easy steps to a fresh seafood dinner: Rice in a rice cooker, a very simple salsa, and fast-cooking scallops on your grill.
Ready in: 20 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1/2 cup red pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup mango, diced
• 1/2 cup avocado, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• Chopped cilantro, to taste
• 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 12 large sea scallops, patted dry
• Salt and pepper

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 10 mins

1. Combine rice and water in rice cooker according to manufacturer’s instructions and cook.
2. While rice is cooking, combine red pepper, cucumber, mango, avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Set aside.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil grate. Sprinkle scallops with salt and pepper, then place on grill (with tongs, ideally). Cook for 3 minutes on each side.
4. Serve scallops and salsa over rice.