SEARED SCALLOPS WITH MANGO SALSA

 Seared Scallops with Mango Salsa:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound sea scallops
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the mango salsa:
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Pat the scallops dry with a paper towel and season them with salt and pepper.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add the scallops to the skillet and sear them for about 2-3 minutes per side until they are golden brown and opaque in the center.
• Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the mango salsa and toss gently to mix.
• Serve the seared scallops with the mango salsa on top.
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• Note: Scallops cook quickly, so avoid overcooking them to maintain their tender texture. This dish pairs well with a side of brown rice or quinoa.