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POLENTA ROLLS VEGANI con erbette e zucca | In Cucina con Meg

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Vegan Polenta Bruschetta

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, bruschetta is a traditional appetizer that showcases fresh ingredients atop toasted bread. This vegan version replaces bread with polenta, making it gluten-free while maintaining the rustic charm of the original dish. The vibrant toppings of tomatoes and basil celebrate the flavors of summer and are enjoyed at gatherings or as a light snack. Today, polenta bruschetta has gained popularity in various cuisines, appealing to those seeking plant-based options.

ItalianITappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400g farina media forza per pane
100g polenta istantanea
300g acqua tiepida
25g lievito di birra fresco
1 cucchiaio di malto
150ml olio evo
erbette - salvia e timo
noci
500g zucca
salvia
timo
olio evo
aglio
1 cucchiaio e mezzo paprika
sale

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: ground flaxseed

💰Cheaper: parmesan-style nut cheese

Ground flaxseed adds fiber and omega-3s.

vegan cheese

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a creamy texture at a lower cost.

1

Combine 400g of flour, 100g of instant polenta, and 300g of warm water in a bowl.

2

Add 25g of fresh yeast and 1 tablespoon of malt to the mixture.

3

Incorporate 150ml of extra virgin olive oil into the dough.

4

Add herbs (sage and thyme) and walnuts to the mixture.

5

Allow the dough to rest for 3 hours for fermentation.

6

Prepare the pumpkin by roasting 500g of pumpkin in the oven at 190°C with sage, thyme, olive oil, garlic, and 1.5 tablespoons of paprika.

7

After the initial rise, let the dough rest for an additional hour before baking.

8

Shape the dough into rolls and bake at 190-200°C.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringbakingmixing

Equipment Needed

oven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegandairy-freeegg-freenut-free

Also Known As

Polenta CrostiniVegan Polenta Appetizer
Local Name: Bruschetta di polenta vegana

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