High Protein Baked Plantains
Elevate your snack game with these High Protein Baked Plantains—a delicious fusion of natural sweetness and savory flavors packed with plant-based protein. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these baked plantains are coated in a nutrient-rich batter made with chickpea flour, ground flaxseed, and protein powder, offering a guilt-free way to satisfy your cravings. Seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin and garlic powder, and finished with a sprinkle of red chili flakes and fresh cilantro, this wholesome dish is as flavorful as it is nourishing. Whether enjoyed as a protein-packed snack, a unique appetizer, or a vibrant side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare and ready in under an hour. Fuel your day with taste and nutrition in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe plantains
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons plant-based protein powder
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the plantains and cut them into 1/2 inch thick slices.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, ground flaxseed, water, baking powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until a smooth batter forms. Stir in the plant-based protein powder.
Dip each plantain slice in the batter, ensuring they are well-coated, and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the olive oil over the coated plantain slices and sprinkle with red chili flakes and chopped cilantro.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the plantains are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a healthy snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1936 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.2 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.6 g | ||
| Protein | 56.8 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 3344 mg | 71% | |
*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.
