Roasted Plantains and Black Beans with Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Sweet roasted plantains paired with smoky black beans in a savory tomato broth, finished with fresh cilantro. This Puerto Rican-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs green plantains, black beans, tomato sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 30 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 large (about 1.2 lbs) green plantains
1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons, chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice 3 peeled green plantains into 1/2-inch thick rounds, toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and spread on a baking sheet; roast for 20 minutes until golden and tender.
Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 can drained black beans, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
Step 3: Gently fold roasted plantains into the bean mixture, heat for 2 minutes, then sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro before serving.