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banana recipe for weight loss
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 small servings 1x
- Diet: Weight Loss Friendly
Description
This delicious and easy banana recipe offers a satisfying way to enjoy healthy eating, featuring caramelized bananas with a warm ginger-lime drizzle and toasted coconut flakes. It’s a quick, nutrient-packed dish designed to support wellness goals and appeal to a wide range of tastes.
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas, about 250 g (9 oz)
- 15 ml (1 US tablespoon) refined coconut oil
- 10 g (0.35 oz) fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 30 ml (2 US tablespoons) fresh lime juice
- 5 g (1 US teaspoon) lime zest, reserved for garnish
- 15 g (1 US tablespoon) light brown sugar
- 30 ml (2 US tablespoons) water
- 15 g (0.5 oz) unsweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- Toast Coconut Flakes: Preheat a dry small frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the unsweetened coconut flakes and toast, stirring frequently, until they turn golden brown and smell fragrant. Transfer immediately to a small bowl to cool, preventing them from burning.
- Prepare Ginger-Lime Drizzle: In a small saucepan, combine the grated ginger, fresh lime juice, light brown sugar, and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes, watching as the sauce slightly thickens to a light syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside (if it thickens too much, add a tiny splash more water).
- Slice Bananas: Peel your ripe bananas. Slice each banana in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 2 cm (0.8 inch) thick diagonal pieces.
- Sear Bananas: Heat the refined coconut oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Carefully place the banana pieces in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until they become deeply golden brown and beautifully caramelized.
- Assemble and Serve: Transfer the seared banana pieces to a light-colored plate, arranging them in a slightly fanned pattern. Generously drizzle the warm ginger-lime sauce over the bananas. Sprinkle the toasted coconut flakes unevenly over the dish. Finally, finely grate the reserved fresh lime zest over the top for a vibrant color pop and an aromatic finish.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a tiny pinch of sea salt or a hint of cardamom to the ginger-lime drizzle. To ensure proper caramelization, make sure your pan is hot enough before adding bananas and avoid overcrowding, cooking in batches if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Healthy Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 small serving (approx. 150 g)
- Calories: 240 calories
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg