Polenta Pie with Rice and Beans, Salsa, and Guacamole

Name: Polenta Pie with Rice and Beans, Salsa, and Guacamole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: Asian, Mexican, Latin American, American
Ingredients: ¼ cup diced onions; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 Tbsp chili powder; 1½ cups short-grain brown rice; 2 cups water; ¾ cup polenta or cornmeal; ¼ tsp salt, plus more to taste; 2 cups cooked or canned black beans; 1 cup salsa; 2 avocados; ½ tsp lemon juice; ¼ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:1h 30min

A hearty porridge that originated in Italy, polenta has a grainy texture that’s often compared to grits. In this dish, it goes really well with the smoothness of the avocado! It's hearty, tasty, and a great dish to make for large groups.

Updated at: Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:32:02 GMT