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Scallop Tacos with Spicy Grapefruit Salsa

Enjoy the classic combination of citrus and seafood in these fast, easy tacos. Be sure to start cooking the scallops quickly after tossing with grapefruit, as the citrus juice will turn them mushy if they sit for a while.

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For 4 Serving(s)

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  • 1 Rio Star grapefruit
  • 2 t ground cumin
  • 1/2 red bell pepper
  • 1/2 red onion
  • 1 jalapeno
  • salt
  • 1 1/2 lb scallops
  • 1 T olive oil
  • warm tortillas
  • chopped fresh cilantro
  • lime wedges

Scallop Tacos with Spicy Grapefruit Salsa Directions

  1. Zest the grapefruit, then peel and chop the flesh.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the bell pepper, onion, jalapeno, chopped grapefruit and any juices. Season with salt to taste. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the scallops with the olive oil, grapefruit zest, and ground cumin. Toss to combine. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and add the scallops. Cook until golden brown and no longer opaque, about 2 minutes on each side. Slice each scallop in half.
  4. Serve the scallops in warm tortillas with grapefruit salsa, chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

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