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  • Southwest Shrimp and Grits Salad

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    Southwest Shrimp and Grits Salad
    Prep: 30 min Cook: 6 min Servings: 4
    by Homemade & Yummy
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    Southwest 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.

    Ingredients

    • 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)

    Directions

    1. To make the Grits: Add 2 cups of water to a small saucepan
    2. Season with 1/4 tsp. salt
    3. Bring to a boil
    4. Slowly add the grits
    5. Cook over low heat till done, about 20 minutes (stirring often)
    6. Remove from heat and add cheese, garlic pepper and diced jalapenos
    7. Mix well, and set aside to cool slightly
    8. Take a sheet of plastic wrap, and scoop grits onto it
    9. Roll into a log and tie the ends of the plastic wrap into a knot
    10. Place in fridge overnight (or for at least 4 hours) to chill
    11. For the Dressing: Combine the olive oil, Jalapeno Lime White Balsamic Vinegar and agave nectar
    12. Mix well and set aside till ready to use
    13. For the Shrimp:Clean shrimp and pat dry
    14. Combine the Chipotle Olive Oil and smoked paprika in a bowl
    15. Brush over shrimp
    16. Marinate shrimp in the fridge for 30 minutes
    17. Preheat grill to medium heat
    18. Get your salad greens ready
    19. Remove grits from fridge, take off plastic wrap and slice into 1 inch thick discs
    20. Grill shrimp and grits in a well oiled grill basket, turning 1/2 way through
    21. Shrimp (depending on the size) are about 2 minutes per side
    22. Grits about 3 minutes per side
    23. To Assemble: Arrange some greens on a plate
    24. Drizzle some dressing over greens
    25. Add the grits, and drizzle with more dressing
    26. Season with smoked sea salt
    27. Add the shrimp
    28. Garnish
    29. ENJOY!!

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