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Add a photoSouthwest Shrimp and Grits Salad is a little twist on a classic dish. Grilled cajun shrimp and discs of jalapeno grits on a bed of greens with a touch of smokey flavour.
Ингредиенты
- For the Grits:
- 1/2 cup yellow grits
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 tsp.salt
- 1/2 tsp. spicy garlic pepper
- 1 fresh jalapeno (seeded and diced)
- 1/2 cup double smoked cheddar (shredded)
- For the Dressing:
- 4 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tsp. Jalapeno Lime White Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 tsp. agave nectar
- For the Shrimp:
- 8 fresh shrimp (cleaned)
- 1 tbsp. Chipotle Olive Oil
- 1/4 tsp. sweet smoked paprika
- Smoked sea salt (for seasoning)
- Salad greens
- Garnish (optional)
Инструкции
- To make the Grits: Add 2 cups of water to a small saucepan
- Season with 1/4 tsp. salt
- Bring to a boil
- Slowly add the grits
- Cook over low heat till done, about 20 minutes (stirring often)
- Remove from heat and add cheese, garlic pepper and diced jalapenos
- Mix well, and set aside to cool slightly
- Take a sheet of plastic wrap, and scoop grits onto it
- Roll into a log and tie the ends of the plastic wrap into a knot
- Place in fridge overnight (or for at least 4 hours) to chill
- For the Dressing: Combine the olive oil, Jalapeno Lime White Balsamic Vinegar and agave nectar
- Mix well and set aside till ready to use
- For the Shrimp:Clean shrimp and pat dry
- Combine the Chipotle Olive Oil and smoked paprika in a bowl
- Brush over shrimp
- Marinate shrimp in the fridge for 30 minutes
- Preheat grill to medium heat
- Get your salad greens ready
- Remove grits from fridge, take off plastic wrap and slice into 1 inch thick discs
- Grill shrimp and grits in a well oiled grill basket, turning 1/2 way through
- Shrimp (depending on the size) are about 2 minutes per side
- Grits about 3 minutes per side
- To Assemble: Arrange some greens on a plate
- Drizzle some dressing over greens
- Add the grits, and drizzle with more dressing
- Season with smoked sea salt
- Add the shrimp
- Garnish
- ENJOY!!
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 241g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 282 | |
| Calories from Fat 172 | 61% |
| Total Fat 19.55g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 5.43g | 22% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium 290mg | 12% |
| Potassium 189mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 17.81g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 4% |
| Sugars 0.85g | 1% |
| Protein 9.12g | 15% |
