Monday, October 3, 2011

Grilled Scallops with Citrus Salsa

Yield: 4 servings * Overall Price: ~$20 * Calories: ~280

Ingredients:
2 red grapefruit, peeled
2 oranges, peeled
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 pound sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt

Directions:
1. Over medium bowl, cut gradefruit into segments and remove membranes; halve each segment. Repeat with oranges, but leave segments whole. Add lime juice, onion, cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, tossing to combine.
2. Preheat outdoor grill or heat indoor grill pan to medium-high. toss scallops in oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Grill 4 to 6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until opaque.
3. Serve scallops with citrus salsa.

Thoughts:
I've wanted to try scallops after seeing several episodes of Hell's Kitchen. Sea scallops are not cheap, but there is no way you could go to a restraunt and not spend more for a meal like this. They turned out good and I am now a fan of them. This recipe was VERY easy.

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