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Banana

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits worldwide, known for their convenient natural packaging, sweet flavor, and smooth texture. They're an excellent source of potassium, vitamin B6, and fiber.

Updated 4/2/2025
Banana
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Nutrition Calculator
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Standard serving: 1 medium banana (118g) (118g)
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Storage Guidelines

Refrigerator Storage (40°F / 4°C)
Keep your refrigerator at or below 40°F (4°C)

Raw

1-2 weeks (ripe bananas)

Cooked

3-4 days

Storage Tips:

Refrigeration will turn the peel black but won't affect the fruit inside. It will slow down ripening of already ripe bananas.

How to Tell If Banana Has Gone Bad

Spoilage Indicators
  • •Extremely soft texture beyond normal ripeness
  • •Fermented smell
  • •Mold growth
  • •Liquid oozing from the peel

Food Safety Tips

  • •Wash hands before peeling even though you don't eat the skin
  • •Discard bananas with signs of mold
  • •Cut away any bruised areas before consuming
  • •Store away from other produce if you don't want to accelerate their ripening

Preparation Tips

Preparation Tips
  • •For baking, use overripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness
  • •To prevent browning when sliced, sprinkle with lemon or pineapple juice
  • •Peel from the bottom (opposite the stem) to avoid stringy bits
  • •For easier peeling of green bananas, blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds
  • •Mash with a fork for banana bread or purée in a blender for smoothies

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Quick Facts
Category
Fruits
Standard Serving Size
1 medium banana (118g)
Calories per Serving
105
Optimal Storage
Refrigerator
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