Pan-Seared Scallops with Tomatoes and Pesto

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds sea scallops
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Cooking spray
• 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon bottled minced garlic
• 2 cups grape tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons commercial pesto
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil

Preparation

1. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat. Pat scallops dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lightly coat pan with cooking spray. Add scallops to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove scallops from pan; keep warm. Reduce heat to medium. Add rind and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) to pan; bring to a simmer. Add tomatoes; cook 45 seconds, tossing to coat.
2. Spoon about 2 teaspoons pesto on each of 4 plates. Arrange one-quarter of scallops and about 1/2 cup tomato mixture on each plate. Sprinkle with basil.