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No matter how much you try, bananas cannot be praised enough for their flavour, texture and fibrous goodness. The best part about bananas is their cheap price, which makes them accessible to everyone regardless of budget.
Bananas, along with being loaded with fibre, are a source of potassium, vitamins B6 and C and several antioxidants and phytonutrients. According to a study published in the Journal of Nutrients in 2019, bananas, being a source of fibre, are excellent for digestion, improve bowel movements and help in controlling blood sugar levels by reducing cholesterol.
Bananas are also known for developing lean muscles, supporting bone health and helping the body recover quickly after a workout. Eating 1 banana regularly helps reduce stomach bloating and helps keep you full for long hours; therefore, it supports your diet as well.
Even though plain bananas taste incredible, you can take them to the next level by creating scrumptious recipes with them. Not only are these recipes delicious, but they also offer a nutrition boost with healthy ingredients and make your diet taste like a cheat treat, only more satisfying.
7 Healthy Recipes With Bananas
1) Banana Mug Cake
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This healthy banana mug cake combines whole grain flour with baking powder, salt, walnuts, ripe bananas, maple syrup, and unsweetened vanilla almond milk. All of these are in a mug. This nutritious dessert is perfect for an after-workout treat when you need something delicious quickly.
2) Banana Chocolate Bread
Banana bread gets a delicious twist with chocolate chips in this recipe. This guilt-free delight combines whole wheat flour with avocado oil, maple syrup, and walnuts for added crunch. Eggs, vanilla extract, yoghurt, salt, and baking soda give it a satisfyingly fluffy texture and flavour.
3) Banana Pan Fry with Honey Butter
Banana pan-fry may feel like fast food, but with all the ingredients swapped, it has a healthy twist. On the bonus part, it gets ready within 10 minutes with just simple ingredients readily available in the kitchen. Slice ripe bananas, then cook with coconut oil, cinnamon, salt, and honey until caramelised. Enjoy them on their own or as a topping for yoghurt or ice cream.
4) Banana Fritters
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Luscious fritters with a crunchy outside and a soft core are an indulgent recipe that you can savour guilt-free. With the help of an airfryer or an oven, these fritters get crispy in minutes and serve as a nutritious treat with a delectable taste. Ripe bananas are coated in flour, eggs, almond meal (or coconut), butter, and cinnamon. Sprinkle with brown sugar, drizzle with honey, and serve with ice cream.
5) Banana Pancakes
Banana pancakes are easy to make and only need three ingredients. Mash ripe bananas and whisk with eggs, then add whole wheat, buckwheat, or oat flour. Optionally, include cinnamon, hemp hearts, flaxseed, or salt for more flavour. Cook in a skillet with butter or oil until golden. Serve it warm for a delightful breakfast or snack.
6) Banana Chips
With the help of an air fryer, you can easily make crispy banana chips instantly. For this, select firm bananas so they won't deform when slicing. After you've sliced the bananas, place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and sprinkle lemon juice and salt on both sides. Air-fry it from both sides and enjoy it whenever you crave a healthy snack.
7) Banana Chicken Curry
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Banana Chicken Curry is an Indian recipe with a delightful combination of tender chicken and sweet banana. Both ingredients add protein along with fibre, vitamins and nutrients. With the addition of other vegetables like zucchini and eggplant, this recipe gets a delightful flavour with additional health benefits. Make it for a lunch meal or dinner and serve with rice.
If you're tired of eating bananas out of the peel, these recipes can be a perfect way to add some excitement. After trying these recipes, the taste of bananas will never be the same for you.
