Number of servings: 4
Ingredients required:
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes, or 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 15-oz. can black beans, drained
- 1 6-oz. bag fresh baby spinach
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup polenta
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 3/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
Instructions:
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic, sauté 1 minute. Stir in broth, tomatoes, cumin, and beans; bring to a simmer. Cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Add spinach, tossing to combine.
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add polenta, butter, and salt; stir well with a whisk. Reduce heat and simmer 3 minutes or until thick, stirring constantly. Spoon bean mixture over polenta in bowls to serve, and sprinkle with goat cheese.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories- 440
Sodium- 930 mg
Total Fat- 11 g
Calcium- 150 mg
Sat Fat- 6 g
Cholesterol- 21 mg
Fiber- 13 g
Protein- 18 g
Carbohydrates- 66 g