Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa
Description
Grilled polenta rounds are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with a fresh black bean salsa for a light and refreshing appetizer in the hot summer months.
Ingredients
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1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 Roma tomato, seeded and diced
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1/4 cup diced red onion
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1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
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1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 (16 ounce) tube polenta, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
2
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
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.
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.