Polenta Stack With Navy Bean Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
57%
Polenta Stack With Navy Bean Salad
45 min.
4
570kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare? Look no further than this delightful Polenta Stack with Navy Bean Salad! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this vegetarian and gluten-free dish is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for anyone seeking a wholesome meal.

The star of this recipe is the creamy polenta, which serves as a delightful base for a vibrant medley of ingredients. Layered with protein-rich navy beans, fresh plum tomatoes, and colorful roasted red peppers, each bite is a burst of flavor. The addition of crumbled feta adds a tangy richness that perfectly complements the other ingredients, while the fresh basil leaves provide a fragrant finish that elevates the dish to new heights.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a health score of 57, making it a guilt-free indulgence. With a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this meal knowing it’s good for you. Plus, it’s ready in just 45 minutes, making it a fantastic option for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend lunches.

Gather your friends and family around the grill, and let the aroma of this Polenta Stack with Navy Bean Salad fill the air. It’s a dish that’s sure to impress and satisfy, leaving everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup basil chopped for garnish
  • 31 ounces navy beans rinsed drained canned
  • 18 ounces precooked polenta tube prepared cut into 16 slices
  • 10 ounces feta cheese divided crumbled
  • pound plum tomatoes chopped
  • 14 ounces roasted peppers red drained
  • pound zucchini cut into 1/4-inch slices

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat grill. Fold four 18-inch-long pieces of foil in half; unfold and coat inside with cooking spray.
  2. Combine beans, tomatoes, chopped basil and 5 ounces feta in a bowl.
  3. Place 1/4 of bean mixture in center of 1 half of each piece of foil. Working 1 packet at a time, place 4 slices polenta in an overlapping circle over beans. Top with 1/4 of zucchini slices, 1/4 of red peppers and 1/4 of remaining 5 ounces feta. Fold foil to close and crimp edges to seal packets; place on grill; close lid; cook until packets are fully puffed, 10 minutes. Carefully cut foil to open and garnish with basil leaves.
  4. Serve.
  5. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories570kcal
Protein21.6%
Fat26.59%
Carbs51.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.5
Glycemic Load
2.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
39.968260956847%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.77mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
1.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:569.59kcal
28.48%
Fat:17.33g
26.66%
Saturated Fat:9.88g
61.73%
Carbohydrates:75.99g
25.33%
Net Carbohydrates:60.66g
22.06%
Sugar:6.57g
7.3%
Cholesterol:63.08mg
21.03%
Sodium:3168.04mg
137.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.68g
63.36%
Vitamin C:84.05mg
101.88%
Manganese:1.39mg
69.5%
Phosphorus:639.12mg
63.91%
Fiber:15.32g
61.29%
Folate:222.32µg
55.58%
Calcium:531.97mg
53.2%
Vitamin B2:0.89mg
52.17%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.52%
Vitamin A:2184.25IU
43.68%
Magnesium:168.83mg
42.21%
Potassium:1421.93mg
40.63%
Selenium:27.35µg
39.07%
Copper:0.77mg
38.51%
Vitamin B1:0.56mg
37.3%
Iron:6.34mg
35.24%
Vitamin K:33.93µg
32.32%
Zinc:4.58mg
30.54%
Vitamin B12:1.2µg
19.96%
Vitamin B3:3.75mg
18.77%
Vitamin E:2.64mg
17.59%
Vitamin B5:1.54mg
15.39%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.89%
Source:Epicurious