Savory Roasted Red Pepper and Cauliflower Dip with Crunchy Plantain Chips

Ingredients

• Hummus:
• A generous portion of tender cauliflower rice, cooked to perfection
• Chopped roasted red peppers, about 4 ounces, carefully drained and prepared
• Freshly squeezed lemon juice, precisely 3 tablespoons for a zesty kick
• Creamy tahini, 3 tablespoons to enhance the texture
• Roughly chopped garlic clove, adding a hint of pungency
• A touch of heat with ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• Warm notes of cumin, ½ teaspoon for depth of flavor
• Sea salt, just the right amount at ½ teaspoon to season harmoniously
• Plantain Chips:
• Two vibrant green plantains, ripe for transformation
• A drizzle of avocado oil, around 2 tablespoons or as needed for a crispy finish
• A pinch of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick
• Smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon to infuse a smoky essence
• Sprinkling of sea salt to taste, adding the perfect final touch

Step 1

Mix together cauliflower rice, roasted red peppers, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, cayenne, cumin, and sea salt in a food processor. Blitz until the texture is smooth yet still slightly chunky, taking around 1 minute. Remember to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally.

Step 2

Before beginning, preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare 2 baking sheets by lining them with aluminum foil and brushing with a coat of avocado oil.

Step 3

Using a mandoline slicer, carefully cut the plantains into thin chips. Arrange the slices on the baking sheets in a single layer.

Step 4

Brush each plantain chip lightly with avocado oil and then sprinkle with a mix of cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and sea salt.

Step 5

Bake the chips in the preheated oven using the convection setting until they turn golden brown and crispy, typically around 10 to 12 minutes. If your oven lacks a convection option, the chips may need a bit more time, so keep a close eye to prevent burning. Once done, transfer the chips to a paper-towel lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 6

Serve the plantain chips alongside the flavorful roasted red pepper and cauliflower hummus for a tasty and wholesome snack.