Low Sugar Paleo Roasted Pepper Plantain Breakfast Bowls
Breakfast bowls don't have to rely on sweetened sauces or flavored syrups to taste incredible, and this one proves it beautifully. Ripe plantains — the yellow, black-spotted kind — caramelize naturally in the oven alongside bell peppers and red onion, developing deep, golden edges and a subtle sweetness that comes entirely from the fruit itself, no added sugar needed. A smoky spice blend of paprika, cumin, and garlic powder ties everything together and gives the whole sheet pan a warm, almost smoky-sweet aroma that makes it hard to wait for the timer. Fried eggs cooked in avocado oil go right on top, adding richness and protein that keeps you full well into the afternoon. Creamy avocado slices and a squeeze of fresh lime brighten the whole bowl and balance the savory roasted vegetables perfectly. It's the kind of breakfast that feels indulgent and satisfying without a single ingredient that would spike your blood sugar or derail a clean-eating routine.
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4 servings
For the roasted plantains and peppers
- 2 ripe plantains (yellow with black spots), peeled and sliced on the diagonal into ½-inch rounds
- 2 bell peppers (any color), seeded and sliced into ½-inch strips
- 1 red onion, halved and sliced into ½-inch wedges
- 3 tbsp avocado oil, divided
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the eggs
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 4 large eggs
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 2 avocados, halved, pitted, and sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together the smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the plantain rounds, bell pepper strips, and red onion wedges on the prepared baking sheet with 3 tbsp avocado oil and the spice mixture until evenly coated, then spread into a single layer.
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