Grilled Polenta Veggie Sandwich

Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from cornmeal and can be served as a porridge or shaped into various forms, such as squares or rounds, and grilled.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Grilled Polenta Veggie Sandwich

Cooking Method: Grilling, Pan frying Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Lunch, Sandwich Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Polenta
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 1 loaf Ciabatta bread
• 4 tablespoon Vegan mayo

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Slowly whisk in the polenta and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Transfer the polenta to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly. Let it cool completely.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion slices with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.
4. Grill the vegetables for 3-4 minutes per side until tender and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let them cool.
5. Once the polenta has cooled, cut it into squares or rectangles of desired size.
6. Preheat a pan over medium heat and brush with olive oil. Add the polenta slices and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown.
7. To assemble the sandwich, spread vegan mayo on one side of each slice of ciabatta bread.
8. Layer the grilled vegetables and fresh basil leaves on top of the mayo.
9. Top with another slice of bread. Repeat for the remaining slices.
10. Serve the grilled polenta veggie sandwiches immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 8g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.