Scallop Panzanella

Directions

1. 1
   Heat a charcoal or gas grill until very hot.
2. 2
   Rub the grill grate with a little oil and put it 3 or 4 inches from the heat.
3. 3
   Brush 3 thick slices crusty bread, 2 large tomatoes (halved), and the scallops with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Put everything on the grill.
5. 5
   Cook the scallops until theyre brown on the bottom and release easily from the grill, 2 to 3 minutes.
6. 6
   Turn and brown on the other side; total cooking time should be 3 to 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Take the scallops off the grill before the interior becomes totally opaque.
8. 8
   Cook the bread until its browned on both sides, and the tomatoes until theyre lightly charred.
9. 9
   Chop the bread and tomatoes into large cubes; toss with the scallops, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Garnish: basil leaves.