Seafood

Grilled Scallops with Citrus Avocado Salad

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Difficulty: Beginner

Tender and sweet, sea scallops make for a beautiful appetizer or side. The bright flavors of the citrus avocado salad really set off this dish.

Step 1: Preheat recteq to 500ºF or FUL with the Sear Kit lying flat side up.
Step 2: In a medium sized bowl, combine the chopped grapefruit, avocado, lime, shallots, basil, chili, and Ben's Heffer Dust. Gently toss and set aside.
Step 3: On a plate lined with paper towels, remove the side abductor muscle from the scallops and discard. Using a separate towel, pat the tops of the scallops dry.
Step 4: Lightly season the scallops with olive oil and Rossarooski's Honey Rib Rub.
Step 5: Add scallops to preheated Sear Kit and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the scallops have a good crust and are cooked through.
Step 6: Let the scallops rest for 2-3 minutes prior to serving alongside the salad.

Step 1: Preheat recteq to 500ºF or FUL with the Sear Kit lying flat side up.
Step 2: In a medium sized bowl, combine the chopped grapefruit, avocado, lime, shallots, basil, chili, and Ben's Heffer Dust. Gently toss and set aside.
Step 3: On a plate lined with paper towels, remove the side abductor muscle from the scallops and discard. Using a separate towel, pat the tops of the scallops dry.
Step 4: Lightly season the scallops with olive oil and Rossarooski's Honey Rib Rub.
Step 5: Add scallops to preheated Sear Kit and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the scallops have a good crust and are cooked through.
Step 6: Let the scallops rest for 2-3 minutes prior to serving alongside the salad.

The Grilled Scallops with Avocado Salad is substantial enough to be a whole meal. Serve with biscuits or Smoked Garlic Bread on the side.