# Zesty Tofu Polentas This Raw Polenta Dish is Topped with Mango and Tomato Salsa By M | Published 2015-08-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polenta-dish References: [choosingraw](http://www.choosingraw.com/creamy-polenta-with-barbecue-tofu-and-mango-and-heirloom-tomato-salsa/) & [choosingraw](http://www.choosingraw.com) This polenta recipe by lifestyle blogger Choosing Raw gives an interesting take on a tofu-themed dish by dressing it up with a central American spin complete with a zesty tomato salsa. This would be an ideal meal vegetarians to enjoy and still receive [a substantial protein intake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bol-protein-power-pots). Finding vegetarian meals that can compete with meat-based ones in terms of protein intake can be a challenge, but subbing in tofu is a great alternative. This recipe marinates the tofu in a homemade BBQ mango sauce before putting it on the barbecue. The tofu is then placed overtop of a bowl of polenta and topped with a mango heriloom tomato salsa. The zesty salsa combined with the creamy polenta and smokey tofu create an aromatic dish that is ideal for summer and is a great alternative to [a traditional soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-carrots-october-menu). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vegetarian Protein Alternatives:** Opportunity for innovative companies to create new protein sources for vegetarians. - **Ethnic Fusion Cuisine:** Opportunity to create unique cuisine by fusing different ethnic flavors. - **Homemade Marinades and Sauces:** Increase in popularity of homemade marinades and sauces for creative dishes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Opportunity for restaurants and food companies to create new vegetarian dishes and flavor fusions. - **Healthy Eating Industry:** Opportunity for companies to market healthy meal options that are both flavorful and filling. - **Home Cooking Industry:** Opportunity for companies to create new sauces and seasonings for home cooks to use for creative recipes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crowd-Pleasing Marinated Tofus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tofoo-co-marinated-tofu.md) - [Flavor-Packed Tofu Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saucy-tofu-meal-kits.md) - [Pizza-Inspired Tofu Quiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofu-quiche.md) - [Plant-Based Chorizo-Style Crumbles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancheros-tofurizo.md) - [Crispy BBQ Tofu Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-crispy-tofu-sandwich.md) - [Regionally Flavored Meatless Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tofoo-co-2.md) - [Flavor-Packed Tofu Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofoo-co-marinated.md) - [Tofu-Topped Burrito Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-lifestyle-bowl.md) - [Quick-Marinating Tofu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quickmarinating-tofu.md)