Creamy Rice Grits with Tomato Relish

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Creamy Rice Grits with Tomato Relish
30 min.
8
347kcal

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Indulge in a delightful morning meal with our Creamy Rice Grits with Tomato Relish, a dish that perfectly balances comfort and freshness. This gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but it also serves a generous eight portions, making it ideal for brunch gatherings or a cozy family breakfast.

The creamy texture of Carolina Gold rice grits, enriched with the richness of unsalted butter and finely grated Parmesan, creates a luxurious base that is both satisfying and nourishing. The addition of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, elevating the flavors to new heights. Topping it all off is a vibrant tomato relish, made with ripe, juicy tomatoes and aromatic shallots, seasoned to perfection with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.

With a caloric breakdown that includes a balanced mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, this dish not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a brunch or simply want to treat yourself to a delicious breakfast, these creamy rice grits paired with a fresh tomato relish are sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Dive into this delightful dish and savor the comforting flavors that will brighten your morning!

Ingredients

  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cup parmesan finely grated
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 2.3 cups rice 
  • small shallots finely chopped
  • cups tomatoes fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Mix tomatoes and shallot in a small bowl.Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. Bring 12 cups water to a boil in a largesaucepan. Stir in grits and season with salt.Reduce heat to medium; simmer grits untilalmost tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Drain,reserving 2 cups cooking liquid; return liquidand grits to saucepan. Stir over mediumheat until creamy, 5–6 minutes.
  4. Add cheeseand butter; stir to melt. Stir in lemon juice;season with salt and pepper.
  5. Transfer toa large wide bowl, forming a well in center.Stir oil into tomato mixture; pour into well.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein10.07%
Fat38.33%
Carbs51.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.52
Glycemic Load
25.67
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0182608573333%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.33mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.24mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.63kcal
17.33%
Fat:14.67g
22.57%
Saturated Fat:6.53g
40.8%
Carbohydrates:44.43g
14.81%
Net Carbohydrates:43.17g
15.7%
Sugar:1.53g
1.71%
Cholesterol:23.75mg
7.92%
Sodium:399.84mg
17.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.67g
17.35%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.72%
Calcium:170.11mg
17.01%
Phosphorus:159.71mg
15.97%
Selenium:10.79µg
15.41%
Vitamin A:586.2IU
11.72%
Vitamin C:7.53mg
9.13%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.11%
Copper:0.15mg
7.34%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.02%
Vitamin K:7.05µg
6.72%
Zinc:1mg
6.65%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.43%
Magnesium:23.92mg
5.98%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.52%
Potassium:178.97mg
5.11%
Fiber:1.27g
5.06%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.6%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.92%
Iron:0.7mg
3.91%
Folate:13.04µg
3.26%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.7%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious