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grilled polenta and vegetable stacks
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Grilled Polenta and Vegetable Stacks

Grilled polenta topped with grilled vegetables and then drizzled with a fruity balsamic vinaigrette.
Course Appetizer, Brunch
Cuisine American, Italian Inspired
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword grilled vegetables, poleta
Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 stacks
Calories 74kcal
Author angela@mealstreetkitchen

Ingredients

For the veggie stacks

  • 2 zucchini squash, sliced biased cut
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 12 crimini mushrooms, washed and stems removed
  • 1 bunch asparagus spears
  • 1 roll cooked polenta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper

For the vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup good quality aged balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large clove minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Garnish:

  • fresh basil
  • parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • For the stacks:
    wash and cut vegetables. Toss in with a bit of olive oil (about one tablespoon) and salt and pepper. Place vegetables on hot grill and cook evenly on both sides until cooked through. Make sure to get those nice grill marks.
    Once veggies are done, set aside. Slice polenta roll into twelve evenly sized slices. blush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    Place slices on hot grill, getting those nice grill marks on each side. Since polenta is fully cooked, it just needs to heat through on the grill.
    Place polenta on platter or board for serving and artistically to each with the grilled vegetables.
    Serve with Balsamic Vinaigrette
    For the Vinaigrette:
    Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl and whisk swiftly until well combined. This can be done in a food processor as well.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 56mg | Potassium: 312mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 693IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg