Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper & Caper Tapenade

Serves 3 (2 per person)

This is an appetizer, but could be served as a main (6 per person).
Sides of green beans, rice, or quinoa. 

Tapenade Ingredients: 

3 tablespoons of chopped roasted red peppers 

1 tsp chopped fresh parsley

1 tablespoon of capers

1 tablespoon of chopped green onion or shallots

1 tsp red wine vinegar

2 tsp olive oil 

Salt & pepper to taste 

1 clove of garlic minced

Directions: 

Mix all the above ingredients in a bowl. 

Grill or sauté the scallops till golden brown in a tablespoon of olive oil with salt and pepper, turning once.

Serve on a place (2 per person) and top with the tapenade.