When I was watching one of the many season of Top Chef I started getting curious about Polenta. It seemed that every chef on the show would cook with it in one challenge or another. I just assumed I would never find Polenta here in Mexico but sure enough there it was at the grocery store. It is exciting to cook with a new ingredient, something you may never have even eaten before. I felt like I was on a Top Chef quickfire challenge and I had to think of something fast! This Polenta Recipe came to mindā¦but not as fast as those chefs think up delicious easy recipes.
Delicious Rating:Ā If you are not using quick cooking polenta make sure you continue to whisk and whisk hard! If you are not aĀ cilantroĀ fan than this recipe may not be for you. It is geared up with cilantro and some spiciness from the peppers in the salsa. I have to say that it was good and different. I really didnāt know what to expect. My DH enjoyed it and asked for me to make it again one day. I will for him but not for myself. It just didnāt do anything for my palate. Let me know what you think in the comment section!
Cilantro Polenta and Bean Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta quick cooking is fine
- ā cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 8 green onions chopped
- 2 cups red beans drained & rinsed
- 3 large ripe tomatoes seeded & chopped
- 2 jalepeno peppers minced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan boil 3Ā½ cups of water.
- Reduce heat to low and add in 1 tsp salt and whisk in polenta.
An easy way to power up any polenta is by adding fresh herbs. I want to try a basilĀ rosemaryĀ polenta stuffed in a tomatoā¦yum!
- If using quick cooking polenta add in 2 tbsp of cilantro and 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- Pour polenta in 8Ć8 baking dish that has been lightly oiled and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
The salsa is delicious, easy and has a light taste about it. If you donāt want this as the base for the beans, use your favorite salsa recipe.
- In a large bowl combine tomatoes, jalepenos, 4 green onions, garlic, lime juice, and the remaining cilantro (1/4 cup).
- Combine and add salt & pepper to taste. Refrigerate.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. and cut polenta into 4 squares.
This is perfect to serve to your friends with gluten allergies. It is a complete meal with a side salad and meat or bread.
- Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet and brush tops with 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- Bake for 30-minutes or until lightly browned.
- Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a pan.
- Add in last of green onions, beans, and salsa.
- Simmer mixture over low heat and season with salt & pepper to taste.
- Top bean salsa over hot polenta and serve.
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To Serve Cilantro Polenta and Bean Salsa
Cilantro Polenta and Bean Salsa is a dish that is sure to please. Made with cilantro polenta, beans, salsa, and olive tapenade, this dish is a delicious and flavorful way to enjoy some vegetables. Cilantro polenta is a type of polenta that is flavored with cilantro ā an herb that has a slightly spicy flavor. The beans in the salsa add some protein and fiber to the dish, while the olive tapenade provides a delicious depth of flavor.
This dish can be served as a side dish or main course. It’s perfect for any occasion ā whether you’re looking for something simple and easy to prepare or something that will add some flair to your meal. Plus, roasted pepper coulis adds an extra layer of flavor that makes this dish truly unique. If you’re looking for something special and unique to serve at your next dinner party, give this recipe a try!
Cilantro Polenta and Bean Salsa Nutritional Information
Looking for a delicious, nutritious dish to serve as a side or main course? Look no further than cilantro polenta and bean salsa. This dish is packed with fiber and protein, and low in calories. It’s also easy to make, so you can whip it up in a short amount of time. Plus, it can be made ahead of time and reheated or frozen for future meals. Whether you’re cooking for one or serving it as a main course at a party, cilantro polenta and bean salsa is sure to please everyone in the family.
Below, we have included nutritional information for this dish so that you know exactly what you’re eating. Additionally, we have included tips on how to make this dish even better. So be sure to give this recipe a try ā you won’t regret it!
