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banana

banana

Fruit

Ripeness shifts texture and sweetness, so choose based on use.

Use it well

Best for + watch for

Best for

  • smoothies
  • overnight oats
  • on-the-go snacks

Watch for

  • bruising during storage
  • overripe texture in salads

Prep notes

How to prep banana

  • Use greener bananas for firmer slices.
  • Mash ripe bananas for baking or pancakes.
  • Peel and freeze pieces for smoothies.

Portion notes

Portioning cues

Typical serving: 1 medium banana (about 120 g)

  • Half a banana works well in cereal or oats.
  • Slice into coins to spread sweetness evenly.
  • One medium banana fills a single-serve smoothie.

Storage tips

Keep it fresh

  • Keep at room temperature until ripe.
  • Refrigerate ripe bananas to slow softening.

References

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Ratings reflect the Triggerbites ingredient database and may vary with portion size and preparation.