Prep Time::20 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Total Time::30 mins
Servings::8
Yield::8 polenta bites
Ingredients
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 Roma tomato, seeded and diced
¼ cup diced red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 ½ tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) tube polenta, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Combine black beans, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir to combine. Set aside.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
Lay polenta rounds on a clean work surface and brush the tops with olive oil. Flip the rounds over and brush the other side with olive oil. Lightly season one side.
Grill polenta rounds for 5 minutes. Using a spatula, flip them over and grill for 5 minutes longer. Top with black bean salsa just before serving.