Grilled Polenta Cakes

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Grilled Polenta Cakes
36 min.
10
263kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and gluten-free dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than these Grilled Polenta Cakes! With their crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior, these cakes are a delightful twist on traditional polenta. Perfectly seasoned with fresh basil, black pepper, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, they offer a burst of flavor in every bite.

Not only are these polenta cakes easy to prepare, but they also come together in just 36 minutes, making them an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. The grilling process adds a smoky depth that elevates the dish, while the oven-baking step ensures that the cheese melts beautifully, creating a gooey topping that you won't be able to resist.

Serve them warm, garnished with fresh basil and a drizzle of your favorite tomato sauce, and watch as they disappear from the table! With only 263 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, these Grilled Polenta Cakes are sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire. Get ready to savor a dish that is not only gluten-free but also packed with flavor and texture!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil whole
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup parmesan shredded (you may have some left over)
  • 18 ounce polenta 
  • pinch salt 
  • cup tomato sauce your favorite
  • 0.3 cup virgin olive oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • grill
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Remove polenta from casing, cut into ten 1/2-inch slices (cakes), and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Brush both sides of polenta cakes with oil, and set aside.
  3. Heat a grill pan over high heat until hot.
  4. Lay polenta cakes in one layer on the pan; grill for 8-10 minutes on each side or until both sides are golden and crunchy and have grill marks.
  5. Remove cakes from the grill pan and let cool on a wire rack. Preheat the oven to 35
  6. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Arrange the grilled polenta cakes on the baking sheet.
  7. Place 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on each slice, then add 1-2 teaspoons Parmesan to each.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes.
  9. Garnish with basil, salt, and pepper.
  10. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories263kcal
Protein10.09%
Fat25.43%
Carbs64.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.4
Glycemic Load
0.47
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.5143478039814%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:262.73kcal
13.14%
Fat:7.38g
11.36%
Saturated Fat:1.66g
10.35%
Carbohydrates:42.11g
14.04%
Net Carbohydrates:40.91g
14.88%
Sugar:1.24g
1.38%
Cholesterol:3.4mg
1.13%
Sodium:200.75mg
8.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.59g
13.19%
Selenium:9.95µg
14.21%
Phosphorus:78.94mg
7.89%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.64%
Calcium:64.88mg
6.49%
Vitamin K:6.71µg
6.39%
Vitamin A:286.12IU
5.72%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.23%
Magnesium:20.08mg
5.02%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.96%
Fiber:1.2g
4.8%
Iron:0.84mg
4.66%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.57%
Vitamin B3:0.87mg
4.37%
Potassium:149.43mg
4.27%
Copper:0.07mg
3.53%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.47%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.14%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.71%
Vitamin C:1.82mg
2.21%
Folate:5.52µg
1.38%
Source:My Recipes