Making a Dominican Breakfast #yucca

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and can be more affordable.

plantains

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer a similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and similar health benefits.

avocado

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Hummus provides creaminess with fewer calories.

Peel and slice the plantains into thick rounds.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the plantains until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the plantains and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

In the same skillet, sauté diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add black beans, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet; cook until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.

Mash the avocado in a bowl and mix with lime juice, salt, and cilantro.

Serve the fried plantains topped with the black bean mixture and a side of avocado spread.

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