Peanut-Free Plantain and Black Bean Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 large Ripe plantains
• 2 cans Black beans (canned)
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 medium Bell pepper (red)
• 1 large Avocado
• 3 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 1 tsp Spices (cumin, chili powder)

Instructions

1. 1Peel the 2 large ripe plantains, then slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Heat 1 tablespoon of the 2 tbsp olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Add the sliced plantains in a single layer and fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and caramelized. Remove the plantains from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
2. 2While the plantains are frying, rinse and drain the 2 cans of black beans. In a medium bowl, combine the drained black beans with the 0.5 medium red onion (finely chopped), the 0.5 medium red bell pepper (finely chopped), the 1 tsp spices (cumin, chili powder), and the 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped).
3. 3Prepare the lime dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp lime juice and the remaining 1 tbsp of the 2 tbsp olive oil until combined.
4. 4Prepare the avocado. Cut the 1 large avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh. You can also dice it if you prefer.
5. 5Assemble the bowls. Divide the black bean mixture among 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl with a portion of the fried plantains and the sliced or diced avocado.
6. 6Drizzle the prepared lime dressing evenly over the top of each bowl just before serving.

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