Mains
Easy Roast Veggie Polenta
40 minServes 4
Creamy polenta is one of those comfort foods that feels indulgent but is actually incredibly nourishing. Topped with a colorful tangle of roasted vegetables and a drizzle of good olive oil, this dish is weeknight-easy and dinner-party-worthy at the same time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta (coarse cornmeal)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil plus more for roasting
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast or Parmesan
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion, sliced into wedges
- Fresh thyme and rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss all vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 25–30 minutes until caramelized.
- 2Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in polenta, reduce heat to low.
- 3Cook polenta, stirring frequently, for 20–25 minutes until thick and creamy. Stir in olive oil and nutritional yeast. Season generously.
- 4Spoon polenta into bowls and top with roasted vegetables.
- 5Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs.
Jennifer's tip
Polenta thickens as it sits - add a splash of warm broth and stir to loosen if needed.
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