Fruits
Banana, red Nutrition Facts
Red bananas are a variety with reddish-purple skin and cream to light pink flesh. They have a sweeter, slightly raspberry-like flavor compared to yellow bananas and are higher in vitamin C and beta-carotene.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
0.3g0%
Saturated Fat
0.1g1%
Trans Fat
0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.0g
Cholesterol
-0%
Sodium
1mg0%
Total Carbohydrate
21.0g7%
Dietary Fiber
2.6g9%
Total Sugars
17.2g
Protein
1.3g3%
Vitamin A
64mcg7%
Vitamin C
18.4mg20%
Vitamin D
-0%
Vitamin E
0.1mg1%
Vitamin K
0.5mcg0%
Vitamin B6
0.4mg24%
Vitamin B12
-0%
Folate
23mcg6%
Calcium
8mg1%
Iron
0.3mg2%
Potassium
400mg9%
Magnesium
34mg8%
Zinc
0.2mg2%
*The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
Health Benefits
- ✓Rich in antioxidants including beta-carotene and vitamin C
- ✓Supports heart health with high potassium content
- ✓Provides sustained energy from natural sugars and fiber
Best For
Eating fresh as a sweet snackAdding to smoothies for natural sweetnessBaking in desserts and breads
Storage
Store at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate for up to 5 days. Skin will darken in refrigerator but fruit remains fresh.
Serving Sizes
100g90 cal
1 medium banana106 cal
1 cup sliced135 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
Are red bananas healthier than yellow bananas?
Red bananas contain more vitamin C and beta-carotene than yellow bananas, but both varieties offer similar potassium and fiber benefits.
How do you know when a red banana is ripe?
A ripe red banana will have deep maroon to dark purple skin with some brown spots and give slightly when pressed.
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