Low Sodium Fried Plantains with Cheese

Satisfy your cravings without compromising on flavor with these Low Sodium Fried Plantains with Cheese! This irresistible dish combines the natural sweetness of golden, caramelized ripe plantains with the creamy, melty goodness of low-sodium mozzarella cheese for a guilt-free indulgence. Lightly seasoned with a touch of ground black pepper and garnished with fresh parsley, these plantains strike the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal as a quick snack, side dish, or appetizer. Best served warm, these cheesy plantains will delight your taste buds with every bite while keeping sodium levels in check—a true win-win!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 large ripe plantains
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup low-sodium mozzarella cheese
0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/4 inch thick slices.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the plantain slices in a single layer. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 4

Fry the plantains for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 5

Remove the fried plantains from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 6

While the plantains are still warm, sprinkle the low-sodium mozzarella cheese evenly over the plantains. Allow the cheese to melt slightly.

Step 7

Season the plantains with ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the plantains for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately while the plantains are warm and the cheese is melty.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(804.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1790.4

Total Fat 105.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g
Cholesterol 128.2mg	0%
Sodium 110.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 79.3g
Protein 66.7g	0%

Vitamin D 51.3IU	0%
Calcium 1740.1mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 2743.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 35.8%