Caribbean Plantain & Bean Boats Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Caribbean Plantain & Bean Boats is a delicious naturally gluten free and meatless entree utilizing carbohydrate rich plantains and protein rich bean salad. Ingredients 2 tablespoons coconut oil 2 cloves garlic ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion ½ teaspoon ground cumin Pinch of…
Tropical Rice Bowls
Tropical Rice Bowls Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: 2 A vegan and gluten free tropical rice bowl with coconut-lime rice, spiced sweet potatoes, curried plantains, black pepper pineapple and guacamole. Ingredients For the Coconut-Lime Rice: 1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk 1/4 cup water 1/8 tsp. salt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil…
Fried green plantains with aji
Fried green plantains with aji Prep time: 2 hour, 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 2 hours, 25 minutes Serves: 4 A Colombian favorite! Fried green plantains with aji sauce. Ingredients 1 bunch fresh cilantro 2 habaneros, stems removed juice of 2 limes ½ cup sliced green onion ½ cup water salt and…
Vegan Sugar Free Truffles, Two Ways
Vegan Sugar Free Truffles, Two Ways Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free, guilt-free desserts: whole food-based balls of cakey batter to coat in any number of toppings you like. Cause for celebration! Ingredients *SWEET POTATO TRUFFLE INGREDIENTS* 1 medium-large sweet potato, scrubbed (peeled, if you like) and cubed 3 tbsp coconut…
Cinnamon Pepper Plantains (Maduros)
Cinnamon Pepper Plantains (Maduros) Prep time: Cook time: Total time: Serves: Ripe plantains and a few spices are all you need for this simple, kid-friendly side dish that also makes a great dessert! Ingredients 4 ripe plantains 1/4 cup coconut oil, divided 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons cinnamon, preferably…
Cinnamon Sugar Plantain Chips
Cinnamon Sugar Plantain Chips Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Total time: 20 minutes Serves: 15 chips Cinnamon Sugar Plantain Chips – A perfect snack for when you’re on the go! Ingredients 1 Plantain, Browned 1 Tbsp. canola oil 1/2 Tbsp. raw sugar 1/2 Tbsp. brown sugar 1/2 Tsp. cinnamon Instructions View the…
Plantain Fried Rice
Plantain Fried Rice Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Serves: 3 Using plantains instead of regular rice gives this fried rice natural sweet flavor. This vegetable-filled, vibrant dish is ready in 30 minutes! Ingredients 3 green plantains 1 and 1/2 to 2 TBS olive oil 1/2 medium yellow onion,…
Plantain Pizza Crust
Plantain Pizza Crust Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: Makes 12 mini pizza crusts or 2 medium-sized crusts This gluten-free crust packs a flavorful punch! Ingredients 2 ripe plantains (with plenty of black spots), mashed 2 large eggs 3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed 1/4 cup almond meal…
Garlic & Spice Plantain Chips
Garlic & Spice Plantain Chips Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes Total time: 25-30 minutes Serves: 2-3 Cups These plantain chips are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors and are easy to make! Ingredients 2 plantains 2 TBS olive oil 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp cumin 1/4…