Low-Calorie Savory Breakfast Polenta Vegan side

1 cup serve

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Boil the Liquid: In a medium saucepan, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the salt.

Step 2

Add Polenta: Slowly whisk in the polenta. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the polenta thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 25-30 minutes.

Step 3

Incorporate Nutritional Yeast and Olive Oil: Stir in the nutritional yeast and olive oil. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Serve and Top: Serve the polenta warm with your favorite low-calorie toppings. Here are some ideas:

Step 5

Sautéed Mushrooms: Sauté mushrooms in a bit of cooking spray instead of butter.

Step 6

Poached Eggs: Top with a poached egg for protein without adding too many calories.

Step 7

Steamed Spinach: Steam spinach instead of sautéing it to avoid extra oil or butter.

Step 8

Fresh Herbs: Sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or basil for flavor without adding calories.