Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa

Name: Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Mexican
Ingredients: 15 oz Black Beans; 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro; 1 whole Jalapeño Pepper; 1.5 tbsp Lime Juice; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 16 oz Polenta; 0.25 cup Red Onion; 1 whole Roma Tomato; 1 dash Salt & Pepper; 1 tsp Sea Salt

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Grilled Polenta Bites with Black Bean Salsa pair golden-edged polenta rounds with a lively mix of black beans, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime. Each bite is toasty, tender, and bright with citrus and heat—ideal for warm evenings as a shareable starter or a vibrant side at a cookout.

Prep20 mins
Cook10 mins
Serves8
DifficultyEasy

1

In a bowl, combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir to mix. Set aside.
2

Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
3

Place the polenta rounds on a clean work surface and brush the tops with olive oil. Flip the rounds and brush the other side with olive oil. Lightly season one side.
4

Grill the polenta rounds for 5 minutes. Use a spatula to flip them, then grill for 5 minutes more. Top with black bean salsa just before serving.