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Lime provides the refreshing twist to this exotic-tasting dessert that's quick, healthy and delicious. I sometimes like to serve it as a midday snack.
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Nutritional Analysis: 1 cup equals 210 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 48 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 4 g protein.
Originally published as Tropical Bananas in Quick Cooking May/June 1998, p29
Banana BasicsLook for plump bananas that are evenly yellow-colored. Green bananas are under-ripe, while a flecking of brown flecks indicates ripeness. If bananas are too green, place in a paper bag until ripe. Adding an apple to the bag will speed the process. Store ripe bananas at room temperature. To prevent bruises, a banana hook or hanger is a great inexpensive investment. For longer storage, you can place ripe bananas in a tightly sealed plastic bag and refrigerate. The peel will become brown but the flesh will remain unchanged. One pound of bananas equals about 3 medium or 1-1/3 cups mashed.
Look for plump bananas that are evenly yellow-colored. Green bananas are under-ripe, while a flecking of brown flecks indicates ripeness. If bananas are too green, place in a paper bag until ripe. Adding an apple to the bag will speed the process. Store ripe bananas at room temperature. To prevent bruises, a banana hook or hanger is a great inexpensive investment. For longer storage, you can place ripe bananas in a tightly sealed plastic bag and refrigerate. The peel will become brown but the flesh will remain unchanged. One pound of bananas equals about 3 medium or 1-1/3 cups mashed.
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Reviewed on May. 04, 2011 by debbiebuttonz
My husband loved this and it was so simple. We've made it several times and he often asks for it.
Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2011 by LisKoz
I LOVE this so much, when I didn't have lime one time I just substituted for lemon juice, but it's a taste difference with lemon & lime. However this is one of my favorite banana recipes :D
Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2010 by boogurr
This was a simple recipe, and very healthy. However next time i may try cashews instead? It was fun to try.
Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2010 by tkarinas
Tropical bananas makes such a delicious dessert, my entire family eats it. We love it and will be making it many more times.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2009 by mcmtmlg@yahoo.com
This is very yummy. I added some ice cream for the kids and they loved their different banana split.
Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2008 by dln57
OMgoodness, this sounds so good! In elementary school we used to have a dessert similar to this using mayo in the dressing with the coconut toasted, it was my favorite. I think this is a wonderful lower fat option, Thank You for the memory, Deb in Ocala, Fla
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