Cheesy Soft Polenta With Roasted Vegetables

Gluten Free
Health score
54%
Cheesy Soft Polenta With Roasted Vegetables
45 min.
4
376kcal

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Looking for a comforting and flavorful side dish that’s both satisfying and healthy? Look no further than this Cheesy Soft Polenta with Roasted Vegetables. Perfectly blending the creamy texture of instant grits with the savory punch of roasted seasonal vegetables, this dish is both gluten-free and full of flavor. With just a touch of reduced-fat cheddar and a drizzle of olive oil, the result is a lighter, cheesy delight that complements any meal.

The roasted vegetables, featuring bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, and onions, add a perfect balance of sweetness and smoky depth. The combination of cumin and a hint of Worcestershire sauce gives the dish a delightful tang, while the creamy polenta base brings everything together. Ideal for those seeking a hearty yet healthy side, this recipe takes only 45 minutes to make and serves four, making it great for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting dish to pair with your main course or a lighter option for a warm, nutritious meal, this Cheesy Soft Polenta with Roasted Vegetables is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup evaporated milk fat-free
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 1.3 cups grits instant
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  •  onions 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • large bell pepper red cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 0.8 teaspoon sugar 
  • cups water 
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 
  • 0.5 pound baby squash yellow
  • tablespoons yogurt-based spread (such as Brummel & Brown)
  • 0.5 pound zucchini 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Cut onions into eighths; separate layers.
  3. Cut yellow squash and zucchini in half lengthwise; cut each half into 2-inch pieces.
  4. Place onion, squash, zucchini, bell pepper, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; toss well. Arrange vegetable mixture on a large baking sheet; coat vegetables with cooking spray.
  5. Bake vegetables at 450, stirring twice, 12 to 14 minutes or until tender.
  6. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Stir in grits, and remove from heat. Stir in cheese and remaining ingredients. Cover and keep warm.
  7. Spoon grits onto plates, and top with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Calories376kcal
Protein13.28%
Fat29.35%
Carbs57.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.77
Glycemic Load
3.02
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
28.968261179717%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.26mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
11.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:376.27kcal
18.81%
Fat:12.45g
19.15%
Saturated Fat:5.61g
35.07%
Carbohydrates:54.74g
18.25%
Net Carbohydrates:49.47g
17.99%
Sugar:10.54g
11.71%
Cholesterol:27.13mg
9.04%
Sodium:887.55mg
38.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.67g
25.33%
Iron:21.36mg
118.67%
Vitamin C:76.97mg
93.3%
Vitamin B1:1.13mg
75.54%
Calcium:443.76mg
44.38%
Vitamin B2:0.71mg
41.66%
Folate:157.56µg
39.39%
Vitamin A:1807.98IU
36.16%
Vitamin B3:5.77mg
28.84%
Phosphorus:273.69mg
27.37%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.25%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.04%
Selenium:16.08µg
22.98%
Fiber:5.27g
21.09%
Potassium:651.63mg
18.62%
Magnesium:66.35mg
16.59%
Zinc:1.89mg
12.59%
Vitamin E:1.34mg
8.92%
Vitamin K:8.49µg
8.09%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.56%
Copper:0.14mg
7.09%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.79%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes