How to Make an Avocado, Walnut and Fried Polenta Salad

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Mix dried polenta

   Microwave for 2 minutes then stir, microwave another 2 minutes or until thick and smooth.
   
   Stir in the butter and check for seasoning.
   
   Spread 1cm or 1/2 inch thick on an oiled plate or greaseproof paper.
   
   Allow to cool until firm (about 20 minutes in the fridge) and then slice into wedges.
   
   You may cook the polenta in advance which is recommended, or cook it on the stove top.
   
   Polenta is one of the few dishes that cooks well in a microwave and by making it the night before when you are cooking dinner makes the cooking the next day even easier.
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   Step 2: water and seasoning in a microwave safe bowl.

   Keep the wedges hot if you are cooking them in batches. , The walnuts may be served directly from the packed, or roughly chopped. , Season well and serve immediately.
   
   This salad may also be expanded with some fresh rocket leaves with a good vinaigrette dressing with the salad mixed in a bowl like any tossed salad just before serving.
   
   As it is, its desirable to have the salad portions separately to get maximum flavour and texture impact.
   
   Generally the textures as they are means the salad may be served without dressing, but can be good with any light dressing such as a balsamic or wine vinegar dressing.
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   Step 3: Fry or grill the polenta wedges until crisp and golden in about 1 tablespoon of oil.

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   Step 4: Slice the avocado

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   Step 5: cheese and apple

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   Step 6: slicing them into small portions.

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   Step 7: Serve the hot polenta

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   Step 8: with the avocado

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   Step 9: cheese

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    Step 10: fruit and nuts.

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