Low Fat Crispy Polenta Fries

Transform your snack game with these irresistible Low Fat Crispy Polenta Fries—a healthier, oven-baked alternative to traditional fries that doesn’t skimp on flavor! Made with creamy polenta and seasoned with a mouthwatering blend of paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, these golden fries achieve their crave-worthy crispiness with just a light mist of olive oil cooking spray. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, each bite is a perfect balance of rich, cheesy goodness and herby freshness. Perfect as a guilt-free snack or an eye-catching side dish, these polenta fries are gluten-free and low in fat, making them a wholesome choice that’s sure to satisfy. Easy to customize and ready to serve in just over an hour, these fries will quickly become a go-to favorite for your family or guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Polenta
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 can Olive Oil Cooking Spray
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Continue cooking the polenta, stirring frequently, until it becomes very thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 20 more minutes.

Step 4

Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 5

Pour the thick polenta into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Let the polenta cool completely, about 30 minutes, until it sets firm.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 8

Once the polenta has set, remove it from the dish and cut it into fries approximately 1/2 inch wide and 4 inches long.

Step 9

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 10

Arrange the polenta fries on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not touching.

Step 11

Lightly spray the tops of the fries with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 12

In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 13

Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the polenta fries.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning once midway through, until the fries are golden brown and crispy.

Step 15

Once baked, sprinkle 0.25 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley over the hot fries.

Step 16

Serve immediately as a delicious side dish or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	321.3

Total Fat 18.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 49.9mg	0%
Sodium 3301.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0.2IU	0%
Calcium 432.8mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 358.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 32.4%