Banana peel is rich in fiber and calcium

Banana peel is rich in fiber, which improves bowel function, and has more minerals than fruit itself, such as potassium and calcium, that strengthen bones and prevent muscle cramps.

In addition, because it is low in calories, it is also good for weight loss. But to take advantage of all the nutrients you have to prepare it well, and it should not be raw food, being excellent in the form of flour or in various recipes like cakes and desserts, which we suggest to follow.

Benefits of banana peel

The banana peel brings more nutrients and benefits still powerful than those of the fruit pulp, being rich in:

1. Fibers: Combats constipation and regulates blood sugar and cholesterol levels;
2. Lutein: powerful antioxidant, which maintains good eye health and prevents premature aging and diseases such as cancer and atherosclerosis;
3. Omega-e and omega-6: control inflammation, fight high cholesterol and prevent heart disease;
4. Potassium: important for the formation of teeth and bones and to avoid weakness and muscle fatigue;
5. Calcium: strengthens bones and muscles;
6. Magnesium: prevents diabetes and maintains the health of the nervous system.

Banana peel antioxidants are more potent than fruit antioxidants, so it is also widely used to treat skin redness, bruising and acne. See also the benefits of other fruit peels and how to use them in food.

Nutritional composition

The table below shows the nutritional composition for 100 g of mature banana peel.

The banana peel can be used in the form of flour or in various recipes for cakes and pastries, as shown below.

Recipes with banana peel

Banana Peel Bread

Banana peel bread can be used for breakfast and healthy snacks as it contains few calories and is rich in fiber.

Ingredients

• 6 bananas in shell
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup skim milk
• ½ cup of oil
• 30 grams of fresh yeast
• ½ kg whole wheat flour
• ½ pinch of salt
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of sugar

Method of preparation

• Peel the bananas and slice the squash;
• Beat the banana peels and water in the blender, then add the oil, eggs and yeast;
• Add the flour and sugar and mix well;
• Add the salt and add the bananas in slices in the dough;
• Put the dough into a greased sprinkle.

The dough should be placed in a preheated oven at 200 ° C for about 30 minutes or until doubled in volume.

Brigadeiro of Banana Peel

Banana peel brigadeiro is a healthier option than conventional brigadeiro, having more fiber and antioxidants.

Ingredients

• 5 banana peels
• ½ liter of water
• 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
• 1 ½ cups sugar
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cups skim milk
• ½ cup powdered milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves of India

Method of preparation

1. Place the washed and chopped banana peels in a pan, season with water, sugar and clove, cooking until the dough is soft, but do not allow to dry all the water.
2. Remove from heat and allow to cool;
3. Remove the cloves of India and then beat in the blender the warm peels, the flour, the chocolate milk powder and the milk;
4. Cook again until loosened from the pan;
5. Let cool.

The brigadeiro can be used as ordinary sweets or to stuff cakes.

Banana Peel Cake

Banana peel cake is a great choice for afternoon snack or breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 4 banana peel washed and chopped
• ¾ cup of oil
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup of flour
• 1 cup oat flakes
• 1 cup wheat flour
• The 4 chopped bananas
• 1/2 cup black raisins
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder

Method of preparation:

1. Beat in the blender the banana peels, oil and eggs;
2. Mix well in a bowl the flour, oats, wheat flour, chopped bananas, raisins, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon;
3. Add the blender mixture to the container with the dry ingredients and stir well.
4. Put the dough into a greased and sprinkled pastry.

The cake should be placed in preheated medium oven at 200ºC for about 30 minutes.

See also 5 banana recipes with less than 200 calories.