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.
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans , 15 ounce
- 1 Roma tomato , seeded and diced
- 0.25 cups diced red onion
- 1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1.5 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tube polenta , 16 ounce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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1
Combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
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2
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
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3
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.
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4
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.
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