05/16/2026
Looking for an easy seafood bite that feels fancy, without using a ton of seafood? made by Jason Goldstein ()
These Seared Scallop Tostadas with Mango Avocado Salsa are perfect for pool days, spring and summer hosting, or sharing with friends. Crispy, fresh, and packed with flavor — plus a little seafood goes a long way. 🥭✨
Ingredients
Scallops
• 1 lb scallops
• 2 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
Mango Avocado Salsa
• 2 mangos, chopped
• 3 scallions, chopped
• 1 avocado, chopped
• 1 handful cilantro, chopped
• Zest + juice of 2 limes
• 2 tsp chili seasoning
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt + pepper
Tostadas
• 5 tortillas
• Cooking spray
• Salt
Directions
1. Make the tostadas: Using a cookie cutter, cut 8 circles from tortillas. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spray both sides with cooking spray, sprinkle with salt, and bake at 400°F for 10 minutes until crispy. Set aside.
2. Make the salsa: Mix mango, scallions, avocado, cilantro, lime zest + juice, chili seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place in the fridge while you cook the scallops.
3. Cook the scallops: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom (about 3–4 tbsp). Once shimmering, add scallops and sear for 2 minutes on one side. Lower heat, flip, remove excess oil carefully with a paper towel, add butter + garlic, and baste for 1 minute.
Want to grill instead?
Pat scallops very dry, lightly oil, and grill over high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred. Don’t overcook!
4. Assemble: Top crispy tostadas with mango avocado salsa and scallops — and enjoy!
