Grilled Plantain and Queso Fresco Tostadas

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Crisp corn tortillas topped with caramelized plantains and fresh cheese, a vibrant vegetarian take on Guatemalan street food. This Guatemalan-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs plantains, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Guatemalan cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high. Slice 2 ripe plantains into 1/2-inch rounds, brush with 1 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Grill plantain slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Place 4 corn tortillas in skillet and toast for 1 minute per side until crisp and lightly browned.
  4. Step 4: Arrange toasted tortillas on plates. Top each with 2-3 grilled plantain slices, 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

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