Is polenta naturally vegan?

Yes, polenta itself is made from cornmeal and is naturally vegan. However, some recipes may include non-vegan ingredients like butter or cheese.

What can I use instead of butter or cheese in vegan polenta?

You can use vegan butter or olive oil instead of butter. You can use nutritional yeast or a vegan cheese alternative for a cheesy flavor, but we don't think it's necessary here!

How do I cook polenta without it becoming lumpy?

Whisk the polenta constantly as you gradually add it to the hot liquid. This helps prevent lumps from forming.

What are some ways to flavor vegan polenta?

You can add herbs like rosemary or thyme, spices like smoked paprika or cumin, or roasted vegetables like garlic or tomatoes.

Creamy Vegan Polenta Recipe

Name: Creamy Vegan Polenta Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 cup medium grind cornmeal; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Fresh ground black pepper

Creamy Vegan Polenta Recipe

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This vegan polenta recipe comes out perfectly creamy: no dairy needed! Here’s how to make this Italian standard into a plant based side dish.

Author: Sonja Overhiser
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 1x
Category: Side
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup medium grind cornmeal
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh ground black pepper

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Instructions

Bring the vegetable broth to boil in a medium sauce pan. Once boiling, whisk in the cornmeal in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the polenta begins to thicken (around 1 to 2 minutes). Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
Reduce the heat so that the polenta bubbles slowly. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until the cornmeal loses its raw flavor (taste every so often to check).
When the polenta is complete, turn off the heat and add the olive oil, and more kosher salt and pepper to taste. You can cover it to keep it warm before serving. If the polenta becomes too thick, you can stir in a bit of water to loosen it up.

Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/creamy-vegan-polenta-recipe/