Seared Scallops with Mango Salsa
These Seared Scallops with Mango Salsa is served on a bed of creamy coconut rice for a meal that will have you longing for the tropics!
Ingredients
For the Seared Scallops
- 1 pound jumbo scallops, thawed
- salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 recipe of coconut rice (see notes for link)
- extra lime wedges and cilantro
For the Mango Salsa
- 2 mangos, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- ½ red onion, seeded and diced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
- 2 limes, juiced
- handful of cilantro, chopped
- salt to taste
Instructions
For the Seared Scallops
- Prep the scallops by drying them well with paper towels. Generously sprinkle them with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet to high heat and add the avocado oil. Once the pan is hot add the scallops to the pan in batches. Don't overcrowd. Allow the scallops to cook 2-3 minutes on each side. Don't move them or you will disturb the searing process. The scallops are done when the are clear and opaque. Set the scallops aside.
For the Mango Salsa
- Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl and toss. Salt to taste.
Finishing Touches
- Add a bed of coconut rice to your plate. Top with the mango salsa and seared scallops. Serve with the extra lime wedges and cilantro.
Notes
Serve with my 3 Ingredient Coconut Rice. It's creamy and delish!
Nutrition
Calories: 383kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 16gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 339mgPotassium: 521mgFiber: 4gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 2106IUVitamin C: 91mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg
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