Seared Scallops with Pineapple-Cucumber Salsa Recipe

Name: Seared Scallops with Pineapple-Cucumber Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup peeled and diced cucumber; 1 cup diced canned pineapple, drained; 3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves; 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion; 1 lime, juiced; 2 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest; 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco); 2 pounds sea scallops; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1 cup peeled and diced cucumber
1 cup diced canned pineapple, drained
3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1 lime, juiced
2 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)
2 pounds sea scallops
Freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

1
In a bowl, combine the cucumber, pineapple, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, lime zest, jalapeno, salt, and hot sauce.
2
Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
3
Rinse the scallops and pat them dry.
4
Season them with salt and pepper, to taste.
5
Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Sear the scallops, without moving them in the pan until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
7
Arrange on serving plates and serve with a generous topping of salsa.

135

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup peeled and diced cucumber, 1 cup diced canned pineapple, drained, 3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves, 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion, and more.

Yes, Seared Scallops with Pineapple-Cucumber Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Seared Scallops with Pineapple-Cucumber Salsa

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