NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz shrimp

0.25 cup dry stone-ground grits

1 cup water

2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt

0.5 cup red bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 tsp olive oil

1 tsp cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring water and sea salt to a boil in a small saucepan, then whisk in the stone-ground grits.

• 2

  Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the grits are tender and thick.

• 3

  While the grits cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing until softened and slightly charred.

• 5

  Toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and black pepper, then add them to the skillet with the vegetables.

• 6

  Cook the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they are pink and opaque, then remove from heat.

• 7

  Stir the Greek yogurt into the cooked grits to create a rich and velvety texture.

• 8

  Spoon the creamy grits into a bowl, top with the Cajun shrimp mixture, and garnish with fresh parsley.