Heart-Healthy Banana Cue

Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of Heart-Healthy Banana Cue, a lighter spin on the classic Filipino snack. Made with naturally sweet saba bananas, this recipe swaps deep-frying for a quick pan-sear in extra virgin olive oil, keeping it both delicious and nutritious. A drizzle of honey infused with cinnamon and vanilla extract adds just the right amount of natural sweetness, while a sprinkle of chopped unsalted almonds provides a satisfying crunch and a boost of heart-friendly fats. Ready in just 25 minutes, this refined sugar-free treat is perfect as a wholesome dessert or afternoon snack. Elevate your snacking game with this easy, flavorful recipe designed to delight your taste buds and support your health!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces ripe saba bananas
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup unsalted almonds
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Peel the saba bananas and slice them in half lengthwise, then set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

Coarsely chop the almonds and set aside in a separate bowl.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the extra virgin olive oil.

Step 5

Once the oil is heated, carefully place the bananas in the skillet, cut side down, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are lightly caramelized and golden.

Step 6

Flip the bananas gently to cook the other side for about 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the bananas and place them on a serving plate.

Step 8

Drizzle the honey-cinnamon mixture over the bananas while they are still warm.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped almonds over the top for an additional crunchy, heart-healthy boost.

Step 10

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy as a dessert or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	490.8 grams (490.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1396

Total Fat 84.90g	109%
Saturated Fat 8.70g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.20g	56%
Dietary Fiber 22.30g	80%
Total Sugars 81.00g
Protein 28.20g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348mg	27%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2176mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 41.3%