NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz Shrimp

0.25 cup Stone-ground grits

0.25 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt

1 tsp Olive oil

0.5 cup Red bell pepper

0.25 cup Yellow onion

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tbsp Green onions

1 cup Water

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.

• 2

  Slowly whisk in the stone-ground grits and the sea salt, then reduce heat to low and cover.

• 3

  Simmer the grits for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the texture is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

• 4

  While the grits cook, heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.

• 5

  Add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for 4 minutes until the vegetables are translucent.

• 6

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

• 7

  Sauté the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they are pink, curled, and fully cooked through.

• 8

  Remove the grits from the heat and vigorously stir in the Greek yogurt to create a velvety, rich consistency.

• 9

  Portion the creamy grits into a bowl and top with the spicy Cajun shrimp and sautéed vegetables.

• 10

  Garnish the dish with fresh sliced green onions before serving.