NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz shrimp

0.25 cup stone-ground grits

1 cup water

0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk

1 tbsp ghee

0.5 cup bell pepper

0.25 cup onion

0.25 cup celery

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a small saucepan, bring the water and almond milk to a boil, then whisk in the grits and sea salt.

• 2

  Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer the grits for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until creamy and tender.

• 3

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

• 4

  Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and celery to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

• 5

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

• 6

  Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they are pink, opaque, and slightly charred.

• 7

  Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley to the skillet to brighten the flavors before removing from heat.

• 8

  Spoon the warm, creamy grits into a bowl and top with the spicy shrimp and vegetable mixture.