Microwaved Cheesy Grits

Be the first to rate this recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 2/3 c. water
  • 2/3 c. uncooked quick cooking grits
  • 4 slices low-fat American cheese
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 tsp. Tabasco sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic salt
  • paprika (to sprinkle on top)

Instructions

  1. Combine the water and grits in a 2-quart casserole.
  2. Cover with lid or heavy plastic wrap and microwave on High for 4 minutes. Stir, turn and microwave 4 more minutes.
  3. Add cheese (cut into small pieces) and other ingredients.
  4. Microwave on High for 30 seconds; stir, then cook an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Let stand 1 minute; sprinkle paprika on top.
  6. Yields 4 servings, containing 135 calories per serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

93 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.9g 8% DV
Total Fat 3.4g 4% DV
Carbs 18.5g 7% DV
Fiber 8.9g 32% DV
Sugar 5.1g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 500.8mg 22% DV
Potassium 802mg 17% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 637.5mcg 71% DV
Vitamin C 4.6mg 5% DV
Calcium 89.5mg 7% DV
Iron 6.9mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

Vegan recipes → Vegetarian recipes → All recipes →