Brazilian Bananas

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Brazilian Bananas
30 min.
12
153kcal

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If you're looking to add a delightful touch to your meals that transports you straight to the vibrant streets of Brazil, then Brazilian Bananas are the perfect side dish to try! This easy-to-make recipe showcases the natural sweetness of bananas, enhanced by the tropical flavors of orange and lemon juice. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a deliciously unique dish that pleases both the eye and the palate.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for a variety of diets, but it also comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a fantastic option for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Imagine the warm, caramelized bananas layered with hints of citrus and topped with toasty flaked coconut. Each bite is a sweet, savory experience that will leave your guests raving about your culinary flair.

Perfect for family dinners, barbecues, or as an exotic appetizer at parties, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Plus, with only 153 calories per serving, you can indulge in this delectable treat without any guilt. So, grab your bananas, brush up on your baking skills, and let’s bring a taste of Brazil into your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • medium bananas halved lengthwise
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup coconut or flaked
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Place the bananas into the baking dish.
  3. Combine the orange juice, lemon juice, sugar and salt in a pitcher or bowl; pour over the bananas. Dot with butter.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
  5. Sprinkle with coconut before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein3%
Fat36.89%
Carbs60.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.91
Glycemic Load
12.89
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.4300000502363%

Flavonoids

Catechin
3.6mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
1.42mg
Naringenin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:153kcal
7.65%
Fat:6.71g
10.32%
Saturated Fat:5.32g
33.26%
Carbohydrates:24.59g
8.2%
Net Carbohydrates:21.88g
7.96%
Sugar:16.94g
18.82%
Cholesterol:5.02mg
1.67%
Sodium:42.64mg
1.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.23g
2.45%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.79%
Vitamin C:10.89mg
13.2%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.13%
Fiber:2.71g
10.85%
Potassium:272.37mg
7.78%
Magnesium:23.56mg
5.89%
Copper:0.11mg
5.39%
Folate:15.86µg
3.96%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.28%
Phosphorus:29.99mg
3%
Selenium:1.99µg
2.84%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.78%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.39%
Vitamin A:116.81IU
2.34%
Iron:0.42mg
2.31%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.15%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.6%
Source:Allrecipes