Low Fat Fried Plantains with Cheese
Indulge guilt-free with this "Low Fat Fried Plantains with Cheese" recipe, a healthier twist on the classic Latin American comfort food. Made with ripe plantains lightly pan-fried in cooking spray, this dish delivers all the caramelized sweetness you crave without the extra oil. Topped with a luscious layer of melted low-fat mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, each bite is both satisfying and low in fat. A touch of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish that perfectly complements the rich, cheesy goodness. With minimal prep time and just 15 minutes of cooking, this quick and easy recipe serves as an ideal side dish, snack, or light appetizer. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, these cheesy plantains are proof that indulgence and nutrition can go hand in hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe plantains
- 1 can cooking spray
- 100 grams low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the plantains by cutting off the ends and slicing through the skin lengthwise. Remove the skin and slice the plantains into diagonal pieces about 1/4 inch thick.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Once the skillet is warm, add the plantain slices in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the plantains for about 5 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and slightly crisp. Use a spatula to flip them halfway through cooking.
While the plantains are cooking, shred the low-fat mozzarella cheese and set it aside.
Once the plantains are cooked, sprinkle them with salt and black pepper to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the plantains in the skillet.
Cover the skillet with a lid to allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the plantains from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate.
Garnish the plantains with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.8 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1832 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.2 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2035 mg | 43% | |
*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.
