Grilled polenta bites with black bean salsa is a delightful appetizer or side dish that combines the creamy texture of polenta with the smoky flavor of grilling and the freshness of a tangy salsa. This vegetarian dish is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy salsa, this recipe has something for everyone. Served hot or at room temperature, grilled polenta bites are a delicious and versatile dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.
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GRILLED POLENTA
Provided by Guy Fieri
Time 2h50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat, bring the water and the salt to just a boil. Reduce the heat, slowly whisk in the polenta and season with pepper. Continue to whisk until the mixture starts to tighten up, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the fresh chopped herbs, 2 tablespoons of the butter and the Parmesan. Continue to stir until well combined and very thick, taste for seasoning adjustment.
- Liberally butter a 10-inch springform pan on the bottom and about 2-inches up the side. Pour in the hot polenta and with a rubber spatula, rubbed with butter, smooth out the top. Set aside to cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to set. (This can also be done up to 1 day ahead.)
- Preheat a grill to medium.
- When ready to grill, or pan fry, remove the polenta from the pan and cut it into equal pie shapes or cut circles with a biscuit cutter. Lightly oil a grill, brush each side of the polenta with olive oil and grill or pan sear until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Arrange the polenta on a serving platter and serve hot.
GRILLED POLENTA CRACKERS WITH ROASTED PEPPER SALSA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 16m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat grill pan to high.
- Slice polenta and brush lightly with oil. Grill 2 or 3 minutes on each side to score the cakes and warm them.
- Place peppers, olives, capers, parsley, onion, garlic and red pepper flakes in processor and pulse the power to chop salsa. Top polenta with spoonfuls of salsa and serve.
GRILLED POLENTA BITES WITH BLACK BEAN SALSA
Grilled polenta rounds are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with a fresh salsa for a light and refreshing appetizer in the hot summer months.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Lay polenta rounds on a clean work surface and brush the tops with olive oil. Flip the rounds over and brush the other side with olive oil. Lightly season one side.
- Grill polenta rounds for 5 minutes. Using a spatula, flip them over and grill for 5 minutes longer. Top with black bean salsa just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 689.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
GRILLED POLENTA BITES WITH BLACK BEAN SALSA
Grilled polenta rounds are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with a fresh salsa for a light and refreshing appetizer in the hot summer months.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Polenta
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Lay polenta rounds on a clean work surface and brush the tops with olive oil. Flip the rounds over and brush the other side with olive oil. Lightly season one side.
- Grill polenta rounds for 5 minutes. Using a spatula, flip them over and grill for 5 minutes longer. Top with black bean salsa just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 689.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
GRILLED POLENTA ROUNDS WITH AVOCADO SALSA
I found this recipe in the Australian Woman's Day magazine. I made them as an appetiser for a dinner party and they were well received. They are quick and easy to make and can be prepared well before guests arrive. I added a whole avocado into the salsa because I love it. The only other change I would consider would be to use tomato in place of some or all of the capsicum in the salsa. I like capsicum, just not as a main ingredient! Cooking time includes the 3 hours chilling time.
Provided by Sazza
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 3h35m
Yield 18 rounds, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Lightly grease and line an 18 x 28cm slice pan with baking paper.
- In a large saucepan, bring stock and water to boil. Gradually add polenta, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and cook, stirring 5-10 minutes until polenta thickens.
- Stir in cheese and season to taste.
- Spoon the polenta mixture into prepared pan, smoothing top. Cool, then chill for 3 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, transfer polenta to a board. Using a 5cm round cutter, cut into 18 rounds.
- Preheat char-grill or barbecue on high. Grease lightly with oil. Char-grill rounds for 3-4 minutes each side, until polenta is crisp and browned.
- Meanwhile, to make the salsa, combine all the remaining ingredients in a medium bowl and season to taste.
- Serve polenta topped with avocado salsa.
BLACK BEANS AND POLENTA
Make and share this Black Beans and Polenta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 47m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add the oil to a saucepan and let get heated over medium heat.
- Add in onion; increase heat to high and stir/saute onion for 3 minutes or until tender.
- Add in the wine, garlic, and oregano; stir and cook for 1 minute.
- Drain one can of beans and add to saucepan; add in the other can of beans undrained; stir to combine.
- Cover pan and lower heat to medium; let cook while you are making the polenta; uncover and stir occasionally and season to taste with salt/pepper if needed.
- Add the vegetable broth and rosemary to a soup pot; cover and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Uncover and lower heat to medium.
- While whisking constantly, slowly and gradually add the cornmeal to the boiling broth.
- Continue whisking for 2-3 minuutes or until the mixture is a porridgelike consistency.
- Take polenta off burner and add in the cheese and margarine; stir to combine; season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Spoon polenta into individiual serving bowls; top with beans.
- Serve warm.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the polenta bites in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- To make the polenta bites ahead of time, cook them according to the recipe and then let them cool completely. Store the polenta bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat the polenta bites in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
- To make the black bean salsa ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Store the salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve the grilled polenta bites with the black bean salsa and your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
Grilled polenta bites with black bean salsa are a delicious and easy appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time. The polenta bites are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and the black bean salsa is fresh and flavorful. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover polenta, and it is sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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