Shrimp & Grits

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Shrimp and Grits Recipe
Overview:
icon 4 servings
icon Prep: 8 min.
icon Total: 20 min.
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil; stir in grits and cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until thickened. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until hot. Add shrimp and garlic to skillet and sauté 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Stir in lemon juice, hot sauce, and parsley, and heat for 1 minute.
  3. Spoon grits into a bowl, top with shrimp mixture, and serve.
Better-for-You Tip: Take your taste buds on a tasty trip to the South with this sinfully delicious classic. And rather than smothering these with mounds of cheese, like a traditional recipe would, we chose to add the flavor by adding garlic, lemon juice, a splash of hot sauce, and just a bit of cheddar. Since shrimp are a lean protein and always a favorite, we suggest you stock up on them as a good go-to when you need a super-fast dinner. 

Nutrition based on 3 ounces (about 8) shrimp and 3/4 cup grits per serving:

Calories 228, Calories from Fat 48.0, Total Fat 5.4g, Saturated Fat 1.8g, Trans Fat 0.0g, Cholesterol 122.0mg, Sodium 721mg, Total Carbohydrate 27g, Dietary Fiber 1.5g, Sugars 2.1g, Protein 17.0g