Low FODMAP Herb-y Garlic-y Shrimp, Green Beans, and Polenta

Low FODMAP does not mean low flavor or lack of nutrition. This meal is perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor from herbs & garlic oil (garlic oil is low FODMAP!!!). Not too mention, this dish is perfectly balanced with protein, carbohydrates, fiber, and fat. Give it a try. Even if you do not have gut issues, this is an awesome rotation for your week day meals.

Low FODMAP Herb-y Garlic-y Shrimp, Green Beans, & Polenta

Servings: 4; Prep Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed

• 1 cup of polenta

• 1 10 oz bag of frozen sweet corn

• 3 cups of chicken broth

• 1/4 cup grated parmesan

• 1 lb frozen shrimp (peeled & deveined; thawed using directions on package)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp oregano

• 1 tsp paprika

• 2 tbsp diced green onion (just the green parts)

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

• 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped

• 1-2 tsp garlic oil

Recipe:

1. Heat a large frying pan to medium. Add olive oil.

2. Add shrimp. Season with 1/4 tsp salt, pepper, paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes until pink on one side, and then flip.

3. Add diced green onion and oregano. Cook for another 3 minutes. Set aside covered.

4. Boil large pot of water. Add 1/2 tsp salt. Add green beans once boiling. Cook for 2-3 minutes then immediately strain and set aside.

5. Using same large pot, boil chicken broth.

6. Add polenta and start whisking immediately.

7. Add the entire bag of frozen corn while stirring constantly.

8. After the liquid has been absorbed (about 5 minutes) take off the heat.

9. Add the parmesan cheese and stir again.

10. Plate a large ladle full of polenta, followed by 1/2 cup or more of green beans, followed by 3 oz. of shrimp. Drizzle a tsp of garlic oil and as much fresh basil as you please. Option to sprinkle with more cheese at this time (because, why not!?).

11. Enjoy!