Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains
Air Fryer Tostones deliver crisp, golden bites with a tender center—salty, starchy, and irresistibly snackable. This Latin/Caribbean staple is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. The flavor profile is lightly salty with toasty edges, perfect for dipping, topping with avocado, or serving alongside grilled meats, rice bowls, or salads. Select Air Fryer Tostones in your easyChef Pro App to access personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list that finds the lowest cost per serving—then follow step-by-step guides and cook today!
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 79
- Heart Health
- 35
- Metabolic
- 46
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 21
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Slice the tips off each of the 2 whole Plantain(s). Score the peel with one lengthwise slit without cutting into the flesh, then cut the unpeeled 2 whole Plantain(s) into 1-inch chunks. Peel off the skin from each chunk starting at the slit.
- 3
Arrange the plantain chunks in the air fryer basket in a single layer and coat lightly with 1 tbsp of Olive Oil Spray; air fry for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, mix 1 pinch of To Taste Salt into a bowl of water to create salted water.
- 4
Using tongs, transfer the plantain pieces from the air fryer and press each to about 1/2-inch thickness with a plantain smasher. Submerge the flattened tostones in the salted water while you finish smashing the rest.
- 5
Lift the tostones from the salted water and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels.
- 6
Return the tostones to the air fryer in batches in a single layer. Spray the tops with 1 tbsp of Olive Oil Spray and season with 1 pinch of To Taste Salt; air fry for 5 minutes. Flip with tongs, spray the other side with 1 tbsp of Olive Oil Spray, season with 1 pinch of To Taste Salt, and air fry until golden brown and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes more.
- Calories 262.59 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 0.87 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 56.49 g 21%
- Total Fat 4.04 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.46 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 72.47 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 6.34 g Good Source 23%
- Total Sugars 10.11 g --
- Added Sugars 7.45 g Moderate 15%
- Calcium 0.05 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.79 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 189.22 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 0.05 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 4.69 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains is made with 4 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Olive Oil Cooking Spray, Plantain, Salt, and Water. Each serving provides about 262.59 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains made of?
- The main ingredients are Olive Oil Cooking Spray, Plantain, Salt, Water. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 262.59 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains healthy?
- Air Fryer Tostones with Green Plantains has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 262.59 calories and 0.87 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 7.45 g (15% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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