Burger de Polenta

Burger de Polenta is a delightful vegetarian French dish featuring crispy polenta patties topped with fresh vegetables and a tangy herb sauce. This hearty burger is both satisfying and full of flavor, perfect for a light yet filling meal.

Ingredients

• Polenta - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1 small
• Zucchini, grated - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 100 grams
• Fresh basil, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Whole grain burger buns - 2
• Mixed salad greens - 50 grams

Steps

1. In a pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Pour the polenta into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly. Allow it to cool and set for at least 20 minutes.
3. Once the polenta is firm, cut it into two burger-sized patties. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the sliced red onion and grated zucchini for about 5 minutes until softened.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the cherry tomatoes, chopped basil, and lemon juice to create a fresh topping.
6. To assemble the burgers, place a polenta patty on the bottom half of each burger bun, top with the sautéed vegetables, the cherry tomato and basil mixture, and a handful of mixed salad greens. Close the burgers with the top half of the buns.
7. Serve immediately with a side of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from polenta and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and essential vitamins from fresh vegetables.

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