Savory Grits with Shallots, Corn and Green Onions - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Savory Grits with Shallots, Corn and Green Onions is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

A quick and easy side dish that goes well with roast chicken, turkey or pork chops.

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 cup chopped shallots
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 1/2 cups frozen yellow corn kernels, thawed
5 cups (or more) water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Instructions

Heat vegetable oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped shallots and dried thyme and sauté until shallots are tender and golden, about 6 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups thawed yellow corn and sauté 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Purée remaining 1 cup corn and 1/2 cup water in processor.
Bring 4 1/2 cups water and salt to boil in heavy large saucepan. Gradually whisk in grits. Reduce heat to medium and cook until grits boil and thicken, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Add shallot mixture, puréed corn mixture, green onions and hot pepper sauce and stir until well blended and heated through, adding more water if mixture is too thick, about 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Savory Grits with Shallots, Corn and Green Onions good for PCOS?

Yes, this Savory Grits with Shallots, Corn and Green Onions recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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