Gelatin Free Paleo Roasted Pepper Plantain Breakfast Bowls
Caramelized plantains, charred peppers, creamy avocado, and a perfectly fried egg — this breakfast bowl is the kind of morning meal that makes you genuinely excited to get out of bed. The plantains roast at high heat until their edges turn golden and jammy, soaking up a smoky spice blend of paprika, cumin, and garlic that perfumes the whole kitchen. Sweet, savory, and just a little smoky, every component earns its place in the bowl. For anyone navigating a gelatin-free lifestyle, this recipe is naturally in the clear — every ingredient is whole and unprocessed, with no hidden thickeners or additives to second-guess. Avocado oil carries the roasting and the pan-frying, keeping things clean and rich at the same time. A squeeze of fresh lime at the end ties everything together with a bright pop of acidity that cuts through the richness of the egg and avocado. It's a genuinely satisfying, colorful bowl that works just as well for a lazy weekend brunch as it does for a weekday reset.
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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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