Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits

Ingredients:

• 1 lb raw, peeled, deveined shrimp
• 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• Cooking spray
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 1/2 cups finely riced cauliflower
• 1/2 cup unsweetened original almond or cashew milk
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1/3 cup reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions

Directions:

1. Season the shrimp.
   In a large bowl, toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
   
   

2. Cook the shrimp.
   Spray a medium skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
   
   

3. Make the pan sauce.
   Add lemon juice and chicken broth to the skillet. Scrape up any browned bits from the pan and simmer 1 minute. Remove shrimp from heat and set aside.
   
   

4. Start the cauliflower grits.
   In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add riced cauliflower and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes until softened.
   
   

5. Make them creamy.
   Add almond milk and salt. Cook another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
   
   

6. Add cheese and sour cream.
   Remove skillet from heat. Stir in sour cream and shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.
   
   

7. Assemble the dish.
   Divide cauliflower grits between plates. Top with shrimp and spoon over any pan sauce.

8. Garnish and serve.
   Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve warm.

Make 2 Servings

Each serving provides = 1 Leanest, 3 Greens, 3 Condiments and 2 Healthy Fats 

Calories: 320, Protein: 35 g, Carbs, 10 g , Fat: 15 g

Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on brands used, ingredient substitutions, and serving size.

Original recipe from Optavia

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