NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz raw shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

0.25 cup low-fat milk

0.75 cup water

0.5 cup bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

1 tsp ghee

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp green onions

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring the water and milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.

• 2

  Whisk in the stone-ground grits and sea salt, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, whisking occasionally until creamy.

• 3

  While the grits are simmering, heat the ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 4

  Add the diced yellow onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

• 5

  Toss the raw shrimp with Cajun seasoning and black pepper in a small bowl until evenly coated.

• 6

  Add the seasoned shrimp and minced garlic to the skillet, searing for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

• 7

  Once the grits are tender, remove from heat and stir in the plain Greek yogurt to achieve a silky texture.

• 8

  Divide the creamy grits into bowls and top with the sautéed Cajun shrimp and vegetable mixture.

• 9

  Garnish with freshly sliced green onions and serve immediately.