Citrus Scallops I

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pound scallops
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 4 large oranges, peeled and segmented
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the red bell pepper, green onions and garlic. Cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the scallops, salt and red pepper flakes. Cook until the scallops are opaque and the red bell pepper is tender, about 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the lime zest and juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for 1 minute. Add the oranges and cilantro, cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.