NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz raw shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1 cup water

0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt

0.5 cup red bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring one cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan, then whisk in the stone-ground grits.

• 2

  Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the grits are tender and the water is absorbed.

• 3

  Remove grits from heat and stir in the plain Greek yogurt and sea salt until the texture is creamy and smooth.

• 4

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

• 5

  Add the diced bell peppers and onions to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until they are softened and slightly charred.

• 6

  Toss the raw shrimp with the Cajun seasoning and black pepper until evenly coated.

• 7

  Add the shrimp to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink, opaque, and fully cooked.

• 8

  Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley to brighten the flavors of the shrimp mixture.

• 9

  Spoon the creamy grits into a bowl and top with the zesty Cajun shrimp and sautéed vegetables.