Seared Chili-Lime Scallops with Zesty Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

• 1 lb sea scallops, pat dry thoroughly before searing
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tsp olive oil, divided
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.

2. 2

   2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro and parsley, lime juice, 1 tsp of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss to combine and set aside.