Description
Bruschetta Shrimp Polenta Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines juicy shrimp with creamy polenta and a vibrant bruschetta topping. This hearty dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also brings warmth to family gatherings and weeknight dinners alike. With Mediterranean flavors bursting in every bite, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quick-cooking polenta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for sautéing)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the polenta: Boil water in a large saucepan. Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously until thick and smooth. Stir in salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Sauté shrimp: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp and cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Create bruschetta topping: Combine cherry tomatoes, basil, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a bowl; let sit to meld flavors.
- Layer the casserole: In a greased baking dish, spread half of the polenta as the base. Layer shrimp followed by half of the bruschetta mix, then top with remaining polenta.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg