How to Make Baked Polenta Slices with Tomatoes and Yellow Squash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Baked polenta slices with tomatoes and yellow squash is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a casual weekend brunch. This recipe combines the creamy texture of polenta with the sweetness of ripe tomatoes and the tender crunch of yellow squash for a flavor combination that is sure to impress.

Polenta, a popular Italian dish, is made from cornmeal and can be served in a variety of ways, including soft and creamy, or baked and sliced. In this recipe, we...

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Ingredients

  • olive oil as needed
  • 1 (18 ounce) package prepared basil and garlic polenta
  • 1 pinch dried oregano, or to taste
  • 3 small tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
  • 1 yellow squash, sliced and quartered
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch glass baking pan with olive oil.
  • Slice polenta into 1/2-inch rounds and place into the prepared pan in rows. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Season with oregano.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the oven. Pour sliced tomatoes, black beans, diced tomatoes, squash, and green onions on top of polenta. Cover with Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until squash is soft and cheeses are bubbling, about 20 minutes. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    157 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 516mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 377mg