Healthy Recipes using Unsalted Plantain Chips
Spicy Avocado Plantain Chip Nachos
A healthy twist on nachos using unsalted plantain chips topped with creamy avocado, fresh salsa, and a sprinkle of feta cheese.
- 2 cups unsalted plantain chips
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the unsalted plantain chips on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes to warm them up.
- In a bowl, mix diced avocado with lime juice, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Top the warm plantain chips with the avocado mixture, fresh salsa, and crumbled feta cheese.
Plantain Chip and Hummus Snack Platter
A vibrant snack platter featuring unsalted plantain chips served with a variety of homemade hummus flavors for a nutritious treat.
- 2 cups unsalted plantain chips
- 1 cup classic hummus
- 1/2 cup roasted red pepper hummus
- 1/2 cup garlic hummus
- Fresh veggies for dipping (carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- Arrange the unsalted plantain chips on a large platter.
- Spoon the different hummus varieties into small bowls and place them around the plantain chips.
- Add fresh veggies around the platter for a colorful and healthy snack option.
Plantain Chip Crusted Chicken Tenders
Crispy chicken tenders coated in crushed unsalted plantain chips, baked to perfection for a healthier take on a classic favorite.
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- 1 cup unsalted plantain chips, crushed
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed plantain chips mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken tender in flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with the plantain chip mixture. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Tropical Plantain Chip Salad
A refreshing salad featuring mixed greens, tropical fruits, and crunchy unsalted plantain chips for added texture and flavor.
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup unsalted plantain chips
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, mango, pineapple, and cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Top the salad with unsalted plantain chips just before serving for extra crunch.
Plantain Chip and Bean Dip
A hearty and nutritious bean dip served with unsalted plantain chips, perfect for parties or as a healthy snack.
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups unsalted plantain chips
- In a food processor, combine black beans, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer the bean dip to a serving bowl.
- Serve with unsalted plantain chips for dipping.
Savory Plantain Chip Breakfast Bowl
A nutritious breakfast bowl featuring scrambled eggs, sautéed veggies, and crispy unsalted plantain chips for a satisfying start to the day.
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup spinach
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup unsalted plantain chips
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a non-stick skillet, sauté bell peppers until soft, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a separate bowl, scramble the eggs and cook them in the skillet until just set.
- Serve the scrambled eggs topped with sautéed veggies, avocado slices, and a side of unsalted plantain chips.
Zesty Plantain Chip Guacamole
A zesty guacamole made with fresh ingredients and served with crunchy unsalted plantain chips for a healthy appetizer.
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- 1 cup unsalted plantain chips
- In a bowl, mash the avocados and mix in lime juice, diced tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Season with salt to taste and mix well.
- Serve the guacamole with unsalted plantain chips for dipping.
Plantain Chip and Quinoa Bowl
A nourishing quinoa bowl topped with fresh vegetables, black beans, and crispy unsalted plantain chips for a complete meal.
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup unsalted plantain chips
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- In a bowl, layer the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
- Top with unsalted plantain chips and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately for a wholesome meal.
Plantain Chip and Yogurt Parfait
A unique parfait combining creamy yogurt, fresh fruits, and crunchy unsalted plantain chips for a delightful breakfast or snack.
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup unsalted plantain chips
- In a glass or bowl, layer Greek yogurt, mixed berries, and a drizzle of honey.
- Top with unsalted plantain chips for added crunch.
- Repeat layers if desired and serve immediately.
Plantain Chip Stuffed Bell Peppers
Colorful bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of quinoa, black beans, and crushed unsalted plantain chips for a healthy meal.
- 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup crushed unsalted plantain chips
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and arrange the halved bell peppers in a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cooked quinoa, black beans, crushed plantain chips, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the mixture into the bell pepper halves and bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender.