Polenta Tart with Tomatoes and Smoked Mozzarella

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Polenta Tart with Tomatoes and Smoked Mozzarella – a tasty vegetarian dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1h 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	12 roma tomatoes ( plum )
	1 cup stone-ground yellow cornmeal or 1 cup white cornmeal
	4 ounces shredded smoked mozzarella cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

172

Sugar

Fat

Polenta Tart with Tomatoes and Smoked Mozzarella is an Italian-style dish that offers a vegetarian twist on traditional Italian flavors. The soft, slightly creamy polenta pairs perfectly with roasted tomatoes and the smoky flavor of the melted mozzarella cheese. This dish is perfect for a hearty dinner, and also works beautifully as a vegetarian side dish for roasted meats. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it's no wonder that this recipe is a classic Italian favorite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C)
2.	Slice the tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick.
3.	Cook cornmeal according to package directions.
4.	Spread cooked cornmeal mixture in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
5.	Arrange tomato slices on top of the polenta mixture
6.	Sprinkle shredded smoked mozzarella cheese over the top of the tomatoes.
7.	Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tomato slices are slightly roasted. Serve warm.
8.

PROS

This dish is a tasty vegetarian option that is filling and flavorful.
It’s also relatively easy to make and incorporates a healthy grain in the form of cornmeal.

CONS

This recipe may be somewhat difficult for those who have never cooked polenta before.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cornmeal is a healthy grain that is rich in fiber, and may aid in digestion. Eating cornmeal may also lower blood pressure levels and blood sugar levels.