Grilled Scallops with Mango Salsa and Tomatillo Guacamole

These grilled scallops are a flavorful mouthful you will want to make all summer long. Serve with a cool mango salsa and a tomatillo guacamole for an amazing meal right off the grill.

Grilled scallops with mango salsa and tomatillo guacamole. Say that five times fast.

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A wildly delicious, insanely yummy mouthful.

Tender scallops are sprinkled with flavorful spice rub which is filled with vibrant flavors like cumin, garlic, herbs and more, then seared on the grill. Those beauties sit atop a bed of fluffy jasmine rice topped with sweet tomato mango salsa and a creamy tomatillo guacamole.

How to Make Grilled Scallops with Mango Salsa and Tomatillo Guacamole

Prepare the Mango Salsa

1. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, gently toss together the diced mango, diced tomato, diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
   • Add the lime juice and lime zest.
   • Season lightly with salt to taste. Set aside.

Prepare the Tomatillo Guacamole

2. Blend Ingredients:
   • In a blender or food processor, blend together the coarsely chopped tomatillos, ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, lime juice, diced red onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
   • Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Prepare the Scallops

3. Prepare the Spice Rub:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, ground turmeric, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the homemade spice rub.
4. Prepare the Grill:
   • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Season the Scallops:
   • Thread the scallops onto skewers. Blot the scallops dry with a paper towel.
   • Season both sides of the scallops generously with the homemade spice rub.
6. Grill the Scallops:
   • Place the scallops on the preheated grill. Grill for 3 minutes, then slide a thin spatula under the scallops and turn them over.
   • Grill for another 2-3 minutes, just until cooked through.
7. Serve the Dish:
   • Remove the scallops from the grill and from the skewers.
   • Serve the scallops immediately with jasmine rice, mango salsa, and tomatillo guacamole.

Recipe Notes

• Scallops: Make sure the scallops are fresh and dry them well before seasoning to ensure a nice sear on the grill.
• Grill Temperature: Medium-high heat is ideal for grilling scallops, ensuring they cook through without becoming tough.
• Customization: Feel free to adjust the spice rub to your liking. You can add a bit of chili powder for extra heat or smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
• Storage: Leftover salsa and guacamole can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Recipe Details

• Yield: 4 servings
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Method: Grilling

Grilled Scallops with Mango Salsa and Tomatillo Guacamole

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• Author: Kate Donahue
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4

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Grilled Scallops with Mango Salsa and Tomatillo Guacamole is a vibrant dish, perfect for summer grilling. Tender grilled scallops, seasoned with a homemade spice rub, paired with a fresh mango salsa, and a creamy tomatillo guacamole. It’s an easy and delicious seafood dish with a tropical twist.

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Ingredients

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For the Scallops:

• 12 jumbo scallops
• 1 tbsp homemade spice rub (recipe below)
• 4 cups prepared jasmine rice (720 g)

Homemade Spice Rub:

• 1 tsp garlic powder (2.8 g)
• 1 tsp onion powder (2.8 g)
• 1 tsp dried oregano (1.2 g)
• 1 tsp ground cumin (2.8 g)
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric (1.4 g)
• 1/2 tsp paprika (1.2 g)
• 1/2 tsp salt (3 g)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper (0.6 g)

For the Mango Salsa:

• 1 cup diced mango (165 g)
• 1 cup diced tomato (180 g)
• 1/4 cup diced red onion (40 g)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (8 g)
• 1 tbsp lime juice (15 ml)
• 1 tsp lime zest (2 g)
• Salt to taste

For the Tomatillo Guacamole:

• 6 tomatillos, coarsely chopped (300 g)
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (20 g)
• 1 tbsp lime juice (15 ml)
• 2 tbsp diced red onion (20 g)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt (3 g)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper (0.6 g)

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Instructions

Prepare the Mango Salsa

1. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, gently toss together the diced mango, diced tomato, diced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
   • Add the lime juice and lime zest.
   • Season lightly with salt to taste. Set aside.

Prepare the Tomatillo Guacamole

2. Blend Ingredients:
   • In a blender or food processor, blend together the coarsely chopped tomatillos, ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, lime juice, diced red onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
   • Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Prepare the Scallops

3. Prepare the Spice Rub:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, ground turmeric, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the homemade spice rub.
4. Prepare the Grill:
   • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Season the Scallops:
   • Thread the scallops onto skewers. Blot the scallops dry with a paper towel.
   • Season both sides of the scallops generously with the homemade spice rub.
6. Grill the Scallops:
   • Place the scallops on the preheated grill. Grill for 3 minutes, then slide a thin spatula under the scallops and turn them over.
   • Grill for another 2-3 minutes, just until cooked through.
7. Serve the Dish:
   • Remove the scallops from the grill and from the skewers.
   • Serve the scallops immediately with jasmine rice, mango salsa, and tomatillo guacamole.

Notes

• Scallops: Make sure the scallops are fresh and dry them well before seasoning to ensure a nice sear on the grill.
• Grill Temperature: Medium-high heat is ideal for grilling scallops, ensuring they cook through without becoming tough.
• Customization: Feel free to adjust the spice rub to your liking. You can add a bit of chili powder for extra heat or smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
• Storage: Leftover salsa and guacamole can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins
• Category: Main
• Method: Grilling
• Cuisine: Latin American Inspired