Polenta or Grits With Beans and Chard

Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from ground cornmeal, while grits are a similar dish popular in the Southern United States made from ground corn kernels.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Polenta or Grits With Beans and Chard

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Polenta or Grits
• 1 can Canned Beans (e.g., kidney beans)
• 1 bunch Chard
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook polenta or grits according to package instructions.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
4. Add chard and cook until wilted.
5. Add beans and vegetable stock, and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Season with salt and black pepper.
7. Serve the bean and chard mixture over the cooked polenta or grits.
8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 3g

Protein 12g24%

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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.