How to Make Grilled Polenta with Strawberries - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a unique, flavorful, and visually stunning dish to serve at your next gathering, look no further than Grilled Polenta with Strawberries. This recipe brings together the savory, smoky flavors of grilled polenta with the sweet, juicy goodness of fresh strawberries for a combination that is sure to please even the most discerning palates.

For those unfamiliar with polenta, it is a traditional Italian dish made from coarsely-ground cornmeal that is cooked to a creamy...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup hulled and sliced strawberries
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
  • 1 (16 ounce) package prepared polenta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place the sliced strawberries into a small bowl, add sugar and brandy, and stir to coat. Let stand while you prepare the polenta.
  • Cut polenta into eight 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick slices. Lightly brush the slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly spray the grate.
  • Grill the polenta slices for 7 to 10 minutes per side, turning once. Place 2 slices on a dessert plate and top with 1/4 of the strawberry mixture.
  • Nutrition

    137 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 392mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 64mg