Name: Catalan Sauteed Polenta & Butter Beans
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 16-ounce tube prepared plain polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 clove garlic,minced; 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1/2 teaspoon paprika, preferably smoked, plus more for garnish (see Note); 1 15-ounce can butter beans, rinsed; 4 cups packed baby spinach; 0.75 cup vegetable broth; 0.5 cup shredded Manchego or Monterey Jack cheese; 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar

Catalan Sauteed Polenta & Butter Beans

4.6

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18 Reviews

This dish is a satisfying vegetarian meal complete with spinach, beans and polenta, inspired by classic Spanish flavors. Note: Look for smoked paprika with other specialty spices; it's available in three varieties: sweet, bittersweet and hot. Sweet is the most versatile, but if you like a little bit of heat, choose the hot variety. You can find Spanish products in specialty-foods stores or online at tienda.com. Make it a Meal: Enjoy with a green salad tossed with sherry vinaigrette and a glass of Jean-Luc Colombo Côtes du Rhône.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on March 9, 2020

Cook Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings, 1 1/2 cups each

Nutrition Profile:

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Ingredients

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 16-ounce tube prepared plain polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 clove garlic,minced
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon paprika, preferably smoked, plus more for garnish (see Note)
1 15-ounce can butter beans, rinsed
4 cups packed baby spinach
¾ cup vegetable broth
½ cup shredded Manchego or Monterey Jack cheese
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar

Directions

Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add polenta and cook in a single layer, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium, add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garlic to the pan, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Stir in beans, spinach and broth; cook, stirring, until the beans are heated through and the spinach is wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese and vinegar. Serve vegetables over polenta. Sprinkle with paprika, if desired.

Tips

Smoked paprika is available in three varieties: sweet, bittersweet and hot. Sweet is the most versatile, but choose hot if you like a bit of heat. Find it in well-stocked supermarkets or specialty-foods stores.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

221	Calories
9g	Fat
28g	Carbs
10g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 221
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 6g	20%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 10g	21%
Total Fat 9g	12%
Saturated Fat 3g	17%
Cholesterol 13mg	4%
Vitamin A 5170IU	103%
Vitamin C 53mg	59%
Folate 102mcg	26%
Sodium 639mg	28%
Calcium 182mg	14%
Iron 3mg	15%
Magnesium 43mg	10%
Potassium 659mg	14%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.