NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)

0.25 cup Stone-ground grits

0.25 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt

0.5 cup Red bell pepper (diced)

0.5 cup Green bell pepper (diced)

0.25 cup Yellow onion (diced)

1 tsp Olive oil

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1 clove Garlic (minced)

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)

1 cup Water

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water and sea salt to a boil.

• 2

  Whisk in the stone-ground grits, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and grits are tender.

• 3

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

• 4

  Add the diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until they soften and begin to develop a slight char.

• 5

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

• 6

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

• 7

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

• 8

  Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.