Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa

Name: Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 Roma tomato, seeded and diced; 0.25 cup diced red onion; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1.5 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 (16 ounce) tube polenta, cut into 1/2-inch rounds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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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.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole

Updated on February 4, 2025

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 polenta bites

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Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 Roma tomato, seeded and diced
¼ cup diced red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 ½ tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) tube polenta, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

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 (per serving)

124	Calories
4g	Fat
19g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 124
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Sodium 689mg	30%
Total Carbohydrate 19g	7%
Dietary Fiber 5g	16%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 5g	9%
Vitamin C 6mg	7%
Calcium 23mg	2%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 226mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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