Grilled Plantains

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
3%
Grilled Plantains
45 min.
6
180kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Grilled Plantains! Perfectly suited for vegetarians and those following a gluten-free or low FODMAP diet, this dish is a fantastic addition to any meal or a delicious stand-alone side. Soft black plantains are a unique and flavorful alternative to traditional side dishes, bringing a touch of the tropics right to your grill.

The natural sweetness of ripe plantains combined with a hint of heat from ground red pepper creates a remarkable flavor profile. When grilled, the plantains become wonderfully caramelized, transforming into a tender and slightly crispy delight that your taste buds won't soon forget. Just imagine the enticing aroma wafting through the air as you prepare these delicious morsels on the grill!

With minimal preparation time and a cooking duration of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this mouth-watering side for barbecues, family gatherings, or casual weeknight dinners. Pair the warm, charred plantains with zesty lime wedges for a refreshing burst of acidity that perfectly balances the dish’s sweetness.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, our Grilled Plantains are sure to impress. Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this simple yet extraordinary recipe, bursting with flavor and goodness!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  •  lime wedges 
  • 1.5 pounds plantains black soft unpeeled

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill to medium heat.
  2. Cut plantains in half lengthwise.
  3. Cut plantain halves in half crosswise.
  4. Combine butter, sugar, and pepper; brush evenly over cut sides of plantain sections.
  5. Place plantain sections, cut sides up, on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 7 minutes or until flesh is soft and skins begin to pull away from the flesh. Turn plantain sections over; grill 3 minutes.
  6. Serve warm with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein3.3%
Fat19.05%
Carbs77.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.4947825825733%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.74mg
Naringenin
0.61mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:179.87kcal
8.99%
Fat:4.22g
6.5%
Saturated Fat:2.4g
15.02%
Carbohydrates:38.74g
12.91%
Net Carbohydrates:36.3g
13.2%
Sugar:20.8g
23.11%
Cholesterol:10.03mg
3.34%
Sodium:35.1mg
1.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.65g
3.29%
Vitamin C:26.14mg
31.68%
Vitamin K:33.13µg
31.55%
Vitamin A:1424.36IU
28.49%
Potassium:573.45mg
16.38%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.18%
Magnesium:42.12mg
10.53%
Fiber:2.44g
9.77%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.3%
Folate:26.58µg
6.64%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.4%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.07%
Copper:0.1mg
4.8%
Iron:0.74mg
4.11%
Phosphorus:40.8mg
4.08%
Vitamin B3:0.8mg
4.02%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.85%
Selenium:1.83µg
2.62%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.6%
Calcium:11.08mg
1.11%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes