Plantain Paradise Salad (Ensalada de Plátano)
Ensalada de Plátano, or Plantain Paradise Salad, is a refreshing and flavorful dish from Dominican Republic Cuisine. This salad is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors, with a delightful crunch from the plantains.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel the plantains and slice them diagonally into 1/2 inch thick pieces.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the plantain slices. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked plantains, red onion, avocado, tomato, and cilantro.
- Drizzle the lime juice over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Skillet Knife Cutting board Bowl
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Ensalada de Plátano as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood. It also makes a delicious topping for tacos or tostadas.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use ripe plantains with yellow skin and some black spots.
Cost
$8