Grilled Scallops with Honeydew-Avocado Salsa

Name: Grilled Scallops with Honeydew-Avocado Salsa
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Finely grated lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 1 1/2 pounds honeydew melon, rind removed and melon cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 1/2 cups); 1 Hass avocado, cut into 1/4-inch dice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 pounds large sea scallops

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To go with grilled scallops, Marcia Kiesel creates her own version of salsa verde by combining sweet honeydew and buttery avocado in a fruit salsa (yes, avocado is a fruit). The salsa is what wine geeks call "round in flavor," meaning it's not too tart or tangy, and it would be excellent with an equally "round" oaked California Chardonnay.Plus: F&W's Grilling Guide More Grilled Seafood Recipes

By Marcia Kiesel

June 2009

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Recipe Summary

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30 mins

Yield:

Ingredients

Finely grated lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 pounds honeydew melon, rind removed and melon cut into 1/4-inch dice (2 1/2 cups)
1 Hass avocado, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds large sea scallops

Directions

Step 1

Light a grill. In a large bowl, combine the lime zest and juice with the 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the diced honeydew melon and avocado. Season the salsa with salt and black pepper.

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Step 2

Drizzle the scallops with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Grill over moderately high heat, turning once, until nicely charred and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer the scallops to plates, spoon the salsa alongside and serve.

Suggested Pairing

The toasty flavors of a California Chardonnay would be delicious with the sweet and smoky scallops.

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