Grilled Polenta with White Bean Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Polenta with White Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe medium tomatoes; 2 Tbs. white wine vinegar; 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil; 19-oz. can white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained; 1 bunch scallions (white and light green parts), chopped ( 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup slivered fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup sliced pitted black olives, such as kalamata (2 oz.); 24-oz. log prepared polenta; 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil; Fresh basil sprigs for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Prepare a hot charcoal fire or preheat gas grill on high.
2
Salad: Halve each tomato crosswise and gently squeeze seeds into small bowl.
3
Strain tomato juices into large bowl; discard seeds.
4
Dice tomatoes and set aside.
5
Add vinegar, 1 tablespoon oil, salt and pepper to juices in bowl and mix to blend.
6
Add diced tomatoes, beans, scallions, basil and olives; toss well.
7
Cut polenta into eight 1/2-inch-thick slices; save remainder for another use.
8
Place slices on baking sheet.
9
Brush both sides of slices with oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
10
Lightly oil grill rack and grill polenta until nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
11
Divide bean salad among plates.
12
Top with grilled polenta, garnish with basil sprigs and serve right away.

871

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ripe medium tomatoes, 2 Tbs. white wine vinegar, 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil, 19-oz. can white cannellini beans, rinsed and drained, and more.

Yes, Grilled Polenta with White 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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Grilled Polenta with White Bean Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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