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Weight Watchers Polenta Fries (Air Fryer)

Nesting Lane
Weight Watchers Air Fryer Polenta Fries are a quick and easy side dish that's ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Equipment

Air Fryer
Sharp Knife
Large Shallow Dish

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Begin by setting your air fryer to preheat at 400°F.
  • Split the polenta crosswise into two equal parts.
  • Take each half and slice lengthwise into four planks.
  • Using either a crinkle cutter or a sharp knife, cut these planks lengthwise again into strips, creating fry-shaped pieces.
  • Place the cut polenta into a large, shallow dish.
  • Apply a layer of cooking spray evenly over the polenta.
  • Distribute the garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, and salt evenly over the polenta.
  • Gently mix the polenta so that each fry is covered with the seasonings.
  • Apply cooking spray to the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
  • Arrange the seasoned polenta fries in the prepared basket.
  • Add another layer of cooking spray over the fries.
  • Place the basket in the preheated air fryer. Let the fries cook until they turn crisp and brown, which should take around 20 minutes.
  • Every 6 to 7 minutes, gently shake the air fryer basket to ensure all fries are evenly cooked.
  • Once done, serve the crispy polenta fries with a side of marinara sauce.

Notes

Serving size: ¾ cup polenta fries and 2 tbsp marinara sauce
3 Points (2022/2023 Plan)
MyWW Points: 3 Blue Plan and 2 Green Plan
3 WW Freestyle Points and 2 WW Smart Points
We are not associated with Weight Watchers/WW in any way. Double check points on their official calculator.
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1180mgPotassium: 424mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1319IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 2mg
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