Grilled Polenta Rounds with Avocado Salsa
Elevate your appetizer game with these Grilled Polenta Rounds with Avocado Salsa—a vibrant, gluten-free option that's both delicious and easy to prepare! Perfectly golden polenta rounds, crisped to perfection on a hot grill pan, serve as the ideal base for a creamy, zesty avocado salsa packed with fresh cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and a hint of lime. This quick 25-minute recipe (15 minutes prep, 10 minutes cook) combines simple pantry staples like garlic powder and red pepper flakes for a dish that’s equal parts satisfying and sophisticated. Whether you’re hosting a patio dinner or looking for a healthy snack, this flavorful recipe is sure to delight. Serve warm and watch these bite-sized delights disappear!
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Ingredients
- 1 unit Polenta tube
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Avocado
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Slice the polenta tube into 1/2-inch thick rounds and set aside.
Step 2
Heat a grill pan or regular skillet over medium heat and coat it lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 3
Place the polenta rounds on the pan and grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden and crispy. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Step 4
To make the avocado salsa, dice the avocados and place them in a mixing bowl.
Step 5
Cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters and finely dice the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the avocado.
Step 6
Chop the cilantro and add it to the avocado mixture.
Step 7
Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes. Gently stir to combine.
Step 8
Place the grilled polenta rounds on a serving platter and spoon the avocado salsa generously on top of each round.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (900.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1117.2 |
| Total Fat 88.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1944.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 83.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.9g | |
| Protein 15.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 113.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2491.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories