Broiled Polenta With Festive Bean Salad Recipe

Name: Broiled Polenta With Festive Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable stock; 1 cup instant polenta; 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese; 4 oz green beans, trimmed; 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 4 oz cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro; 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil; 1 tbsp lime or lemon juice; None None Vegetable oil, to brush

Servings: persons

1/2 cup vegetable stock
1 cup instant polenta
1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
4 oz green beans, trimmed
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
4 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil
1 tbsp lime or lemon juice
None None Vegetable oil, to brush

1
Line an 8 inch square baking pan with foil.
2
Bring stock to a boil in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Gradually add polenta to stock, stirring continuously. Cook, stirring, 3-5 mins or until quite thick. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Spread mixture into prepared pan; smooth surface with a spatula. Cool slightly. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour, until firm.
3
Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Cook green beans 2 mins. Drain; refresh in iced water. Drain; cut in half. Mix green beans, kidney beans, onion, tomato and cilantro in a large bowl. Add oil and lime juice.
4
Preheat the broiler to high. Unmold polenta onto a cutting board; peel off foil. Cut into squares and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush with oil. Broil 1-2 mins each side, or until golden brown and heated. Serve polenta topped with bean salad.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup vegetable stock, 1 cup instant polenta, 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, 4 oz green beans, trimmed, and more.

Yes, Broiled Polenta With Festive Bean Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Broiled Polenta With Festive Bean Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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