NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz raw shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1 cup water

0.25 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt

1 tsp olive oil

0.5 cup red bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

0.5 whole lemon

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil, then slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits and a pinch of sea salt.

• 2

  Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the grits are tender and have absorbed the liquid.

• 3

  Once the grits are cooked, remove from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt and black pepper until the texture is smooth and creamy.

• 4

  While the grits simmer, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• 5

  Add the diced red bell pepper and yellow onion to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables have softened.

• 6

  Stir in the minced garlic and the raw shrimp, then sprinkle the Cajun seasoning evenly over the mixture.

• 7

  Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink, opaque, and slightly curled.

• 8

  Squeeze the juice of the half lemon over the shrimp and toss with freshly chopped parsley.

• 9

  Spoon the creamy grits into a bowl and top with the zesty Cajun shrimp and vegetable mixture.