Eatingwell Garlic-cheese Grits Recipe

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Net Carbs are 11% of calories per serving, at 23g per serving. This food is keto-friendly.

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Keto & Health Insights for Eatingwell Garlic-cheese Grits Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 11% of calories per serving, at 23g per serving. This meal falls within the range for standard keto diet guidelines (at or under 25g of net carbs). If your daily net carb quota is 25g and if this food almost equals that much, consider whether you're going to eat more food later. Always take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

Eatingwell Garlic-cheese Grits Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6 servings   ( 230 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 201
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 23mg
Sodium: 333mg
Total Carbohydrates: 23g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 9g
Calcium: 199mg Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 60mg Vitamin A: 41mcg
Vitamin C: 0mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 2 medium cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup grated sharp Italian cheese, such as Pecorino Romano or Parmesan
  • 1 cup grits, quick or old-fashioned (not instant)
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or 1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste

Instructions

Visit Eatingwell's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)