Veggie & Fruit Guide

Preparation & Serving
The banana is a great snack food because of its convenience. It peels easily and the flesh is very nutritious. Once peeled, brush the fruit with citrus juice to prevent discolouration.

Serving ideas:

• Eat as is for a health snack between meals.
• Slice and enjoy sprinkled over your breakfast cereal or with yoghurt.
• Banana dry-fried in a non-stick pan makes a great addition to a cooked breakfast.
• Add to fruit smoothies for a rich, creamy texture.
• Slice and serve as an accompaniment to meat and curry dishes.
• Braai bananas in their skins on a hot fire, turning until the skins are black and the banana flesh is soft.
• For dessert slice into fruit salad or bake with a sprinkling of brown sugar and lemon juice and served with ice cream or yoghurt.
• Fully ripened bananas are ideal for baking breads, cakes and muffins.
• Ripe bananas can be peeled, lightly brushed with lemon juice and frozen on a stick to create a sweet summer treat for kids. Kids can dip their banana lollies in strawberry puree or honey and coconut for a yummy dash of fun!