Low Carb Grilled Plantain with Lime and Chili
Bring bold flavors to your plate with this Low Carb Grilled Plantain with Lime and Chili recipe, featuring perfectly grilled unripe plantains kissed with smoky chili powder, zesty lime juice, and a touch of fragrant garlic. This healthy, gluten-free recipe is a lighter twist on traditional plantain dishes, offering a nutritious option that’s ideal for summer cookouts or quick weeknight dinners. With just 10 minutes of prep and a grill time of 15 minutes, these caramelized plantain slices are seasoned with olive oil and spices, then finished with fresh cilantro for a vibrant, herbaceous kick. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, this flavor-packed creation will transform simple ingredients into an exotic delight that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium unripe plantains
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Peel the plantains by cutting off the ends and slicing the skin lengthwise. Carefully remove the skin and slice the plantains diagonally into 1/2 inch slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Set aside.
Brush the plantain slices with the seasoned olive oil mixture on both sides.
Place the plantain slices on the hot grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are cooked through.
Remove the plantains from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the grilled plantains.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
782 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1249 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.1 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*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.
