Sugar-Free Grilled Plantains with Lime and Honey Glaze
Delightfully sweet yet completely sugar-free, these Grilled Plantains with Lime and Honey Glaze are a tropical-inspired treat that will elevate any meal. Perfectly caramelized on the grill, ripe plantains develop a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with a tangy lime and honey glaze, infused with a hint of cinnamon for warmth. Drizzled fresh off the grill and finished with a sprinkling of fragrant mint leaves, this dish is as visually stunning as it is tasty. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes and free of added sugar, it makes a versatile option—serve it warm as a guilt-free dessert or as a unique, flavorful side dish. Keywords: sugar-free grilled plantains, lime honey glaze, healthy dessert, tropical side dish, caramelized plantains.
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Ingredients
- 3 large ripe plantains
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat.
Step 2
Peel the plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine the olive oil and ground cinnamon. Add a pinch of sea salt.
Step 4
Brush the plantain slices with the olive oil mixture on both sides.
Step 5
Place the plantains on the hot grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown with grill marks and slightly caramelized.
Step 6
While the plantains are grilling, prepare the glaze by mixing the lime juice, lime zest, and honey in a small bowl. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
Step 7
Once the plantains are grilled, remove them from the heat and immediately drizzle the lime and honey glaze over the top.
Step 8
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely.
Step 9
Garnish the glazed plantains with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm as a dessert or as a side dish suitable for various meals.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (909.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1381.2 |
| Total Fat 30.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 200.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 298.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 165.3g | |
| Protein 10.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 62.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3876.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories