Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa

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.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 124 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 Roma tomato, seeded and diced
• 1 (16 ounce) tube polenta, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
• 0.25 cup diced red onion
• 1.5 tablespoons lime juice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.

Step 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.

Step 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.