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Traditional polenta

traditional polenta
An easy to make and classic polenta that can be serves as a traditional side dish
Goes well with
Serving 4 people
Nutrition 1 serving
Calories 232kcal
Fat1g
Saturates 0,1g
Carbs 50g
Sugar 0,4g
Fiber 1g
Protein 6g
Sodium 898mg
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients (i)
 

Instructions

  • Prepare all ingredients according to the list above and read through the recipe before starting
  • Heat a casserole and add (i)
    1000 ml water
  • Add (i)
    0,5 tablespoon salt
  • Add (i) slowly when whisking constantly
    250 g polenta
  • Reduce the heat to low
  • Simmer for 5 minutes (timer), stirring often
  • Simmer gently on low heat with the lid on for 35 minutes (timer), stirring now and then
  • Adjust with some more liquid if too thick
  • Serve

Notes

Use a wooden spoon to stir and be careful not to scrape the bottom of the casserole

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Nutrition Facts
Traditional polenta
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
232
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.1
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.2
g
Potassium
 
86
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
50
g
17
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
0.4
g
0
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Sodium
 
898
mg
39
%
Vitamin A
 
134
IU
3
%
Vitamin B1
 
0.1
mg
7
%
Vitamin B2
 
0.03
mg
2
%
Vitamin B3
 
1
mg
5
%
Vitamin B5
 
0.3
mg
3
%
Vitamin B6
 
0.1
mg
5
%
Vitamin K
 
0.2
µg
0
%
Calcium
 
9
mg
1
%
Copper
 
0.1
mg
5
%
Folate
 
3
µg
1
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
Manganese
 
0.1
mg
5
%
Magnesium
 
19
mg
5
%
Phosphorus
 
46
mg
5
%
Selenium
 
11
µg
16
%
Zinc
 
0.3
mg
2
%
Net Carbohydrates
 
49
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The information shown is an estimation only and not a substitute for professional advice.