Green Banana Salad
Brighten up your salad repertoire with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Green Banana Salad! This unique dish transforms humble green bananas into a tender, mildly sweet base, perfectly balanced by the crunch of red bell peppers and the tangy bite of red onion. Tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, infused with earthy cumin and optional chili flakes for a touch of heat, this salad is a refreshing, gluten-free alternative to traditional side dishes. Whether served as a light lunch, a side for grilled meats, or a make-ahead option for gatherings, this wholesome recipe is as versatile as it is satisfying. Perfect for fans of tropical flavors, this Green Banana Salad is a breeze to prepare and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 whole green bananas
- 1 whole red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 0.25 cup parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Peel the green bananas and cut them into 1-inch chunks. To make peeling easier, trim the ends of each banana and make a shallow slit along the skin before peeling.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the banana chunks and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the bananas are cooking, dice the red bell pepper, finely slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.
Once the bananas are tender, drain them and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow them to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked bananas, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and chili flakes (if using) to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the banana mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Garnish with additional parsley before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.6 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 248 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 651 mg | 14% | |
*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.
