Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Plantains
Transform your snack game with these Heart-Healthy Perfectly Roasted Plantains, a delicious and nutritious recipe that's brimming with bold flavors and easy to prepare! This dish balances the natural sweetness of ripe plantains with a savory touch of ground cumin and warm notes of cinnamon, perfectly roasted to achieve golden-brown caramelization. A drizzle of fresh lime juice adds a zesty vibrance, while a sprinkle of chopped cilantro completes the dish with refreshing herbal brightness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this oven-roasted version is a health-conscious alternative to frying, using a light coat of heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil. Whether served as a snack, side dish, or unique appetizer, these roasted plantains are sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts and fans of tropical flavors alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe plantains
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 small fresh lime
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the plantains by cutting off the ends and making a shallow slit down the length of each plantain. Use your thumbs to remove the peel.
Slice the plantains diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces for even roasting.
In a large bowl, combine the plantain slices, olive oil, ground cinnamon, and ground cumin. Toss to coat the plantains evenly.
Arrange the plantain slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap.
Roast in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the plantains are golden brown and tender.
While the plantains are roasting, finely chop the cilantro and set aside.
Once roasted, remove the plantains from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter.
Squeeze the juice of the lime over the roasted plantains for a zesty touch.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.0 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2617 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
