Avocado Topped Tostones

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Servings:

• Recipe serving size: 3 tostones
• Number of servings: Adjust Reset

Ingredients:

• For Tostones:

• 2 large green (unripe) plantains
• 2 tsp. vegetable oil of choice, divided
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. chili powder (optional)

• If using air-fryer:

• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp. salt

• For Topping:

• 1/2 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and mashed
• 2 Tbsp. nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp. lime juice
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• 1/3 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
• 1/3 cup black beans

Instructions:

1. For Oven-Baked Tostones:

2. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray.
3. Peel the plantains: Slice off each end of the plantain. Use a knife to carefully cut through the skin from top to bottom lengthwise. Then remove the peel and slice the plantain into one-inch thick slices (approximately 9 slices per plantain).
4. In a small bowl, toss with oil and arrange slices on the baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes or until slightly brown on the bottom. Remove from oven. Using the bottom of a glass or plate, gently smash and flatten each.
5. Re-spray the baking sheet, flip the plantains brown side up, and lightly re-spray the tops. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Sprinkle with salt and chili powder, if using.

1. For Air-Fried Tostones:

2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. In a small bowl, combine the water and salt. Set aside. Peel and cut the plantains, as directed above. In a small bowl, toss with oil and arrange in the air fryer. Air fry for 6 minutes or until slightly brown on the bottom.
3. Remove from air fryer. Using the bottom of a glass or plate, gently smash and flatten each piece. Dip each piece in the water and salt mixture, then pat dry. Lightly spray each side with oil. Air fry for an additional 5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Sprinkle with salt and chili powder, if using.

1. For Topping:

2. In a medium bowl, use a fork to mash the fresh avocado to desired consistency. Stir in the Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice and salt.

1. For Assembly:

2. Arrange the tostones on a plate or serving platter. Top each slice with 1 Tbsp. of the avocado mixture and 1 Tsp. each of the black beans and diced tomato. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

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