How to Make Easy Vegan Polenta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from cornmeal, and it’s a versatile and delicious ingredient in any vegan kitchen. This easy vegan polenta recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a comforting and satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan cook or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, this recipe will become a go-to in your repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • ¼ cup soy milk
  • 1 tablespoon vegan margarine, or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring water to a slow simmer in a large saucepan. Stir in cornmeal. Cook over low heat until smooth and thick, stirring frequently and scraping the bottom of the saucepan to avoid burning, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in soy milk, margarine, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove polenta from the heat.
  • Nutrition

    162 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 84mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 77mg