Oh yessss — Savory Sun-Dried Tomato Polenta Bites 🌞🍅🧀 are the bite-sized brunch heroes we didn’t know we needed. Crispy-edged, creamy-centered, and loaded with rich tomato umami and herby vibes. They’re part Italian picnic, part fancy appetizer, and 100% golden hour snackable. ☀️✨
🌞 Savory Sun-Dried Tomato Polenta Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 cup polenta (coarse cornmeal)
- 3 cups water or veggie broth
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan (or vegan alt)
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped 🍅
- 1 tsp fresh or dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Olive oil for brushing
- Optional toppings: goat cheese, fresh basil, balsamic glaze drizzle
Instructions:
- Cook the polenta:
In a saucepan, bring water/broth to a boil. Stir in polenta and salt. Reduce heat and cook, stirring often, until thick and creamy (15–20 mins). Stir in garlic powder, herbs, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes. - Set & chill:
Spread the polenta evenly into a parchment-lined pan (about ½ inch thick). Chill in the fridge until firm (at least 1 hour). - Cut & crisp:
Slice into bite-sized squares or rounds. Brush with olive oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20 mins, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. Or pan-fry them if you’re feeling that sizzle. 🔥 - Garnish time:
Top with a dollop of goat cheese, a sliver of basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if you’re feeling ✨extra✨.
Serving Vibe:
Serve on a rustic board with olives, wine, and a little acoustic playlist. These babies scream tapas night meets Tuscan picnic, and they’re seriously reel-worthy.
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