5 healthy recipes with bananas
It is no big secret that bananas are good for you. Considered one of the healthiest foods, it is chock full of the vitamins, minerals and fiber that you need for a balanced diet. According to Food MattersTV, they help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure and may help with depression. The FDA even recognizes the bananas’ ability to protect your heart.
It is no big secret that bananas are good for you. Considered one of the healthiest foods, it is chock full of the vitamins, minerals and fiber that you need for a balanced diet. According to Food MattersTV, they help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure and may help with depression. The FDA even recognizes the bananas' ability to protect your heart.
While bananas are easy to eat on its own, just peel and go, or put it on top of your cereal or pancakes, you might find yourself getting tired of the old standbys. Bananas and peanut butter are great together, but there has got to be more options out there, right? Here are some new fun recipes that you will go…well…bananas over.
Banana-Berry Smoothie
Instead of putting a banana on top of your cereal tomorrow morning, why don't you make a Banana-Berry Smoothie and get the combined benefits of berries and bananas? Give your taste buds a little jolt in the morning with this combination of orange juice, banana, berries and tofu.
Per serving: 135 calories, 2g fat, 27g carbohydrates, 4g protein, 3g fiber
Banana-Raisin French Toast
For a weekend morning when you have more time, try this new twist on French toast with its banana filling. Your family will especially love the yogurt topping that is sweetened with maple syrup.
Per serving: 318 calories, 5g fat, 58g carbohydrates, 13g protein, 4g fiber
Banana Corn Fritters
Who says bananas aren't a dinner time food? These banana corn fritters only take a half-hour to make and complement a pork or chicken meal, or you can add a salad and have a vegetarian dish instead.
Per serving: 243 calories, 8g fat, 41g carbohydrates, 5g protein, 4g fiber
Roasted Halibut with Banana-Orange Relish
The next time you are serving fish, consider halibut with a sweet relish of oranges, bananas, cilantro and lime juice. This recipe is perfect for when you are looking for a healthy, but quick dinner to put on the table.
Per serving: 210 calories, 3g fat, 22g carbohydrates, 25g protein, 3g fiber
Banana Cream Layer Cake
Yes, you can have your cake and eat it too. This low-fat cake uses nonfat milk and only a small amount of whipping cream to give its rich taste. Enjoy this guilt-free dessert that will only cost you 300 calories per slice.
Per serving: 300 calories, 11g fat, 47g carbohydrates, 5g protein, 3g fiber