Grilled Scallops with Mediterranean-Style Tomato Salsa

Step 1

Make the Mediterranean-Style Homemade Salsa according to this recipe. Set aside for now.

Step 2

Heat a grill pan or outdoor gas grill to medium-high heat and brush the cooking surface with olive oil.

Step 3

Pat the scallops dry and brush with extra virgin olive oil and season on both sides with Kosher salt and black pepper.

Step 4

When ready, assemble the scallops on the hot cooking surface and grill for 2 minutes on each side (you should see grill marks). Meanwhile, grill the lemon halves, flesh side down until you see grill marks.

Step 5

Remove the scallops from the heat and immediately squeeze a half lemon all over.

Step 6

Transfer the salsa to serving plates and top with the grilled scallops. Add the remaining grilled lemon to the side. Serve immediately.