description
Plantains are loaded with the antioxidant beta-carotene.
Benefits
A Naturally Fat Free Food
A Naturally Cholesterol Free Food
A Naturally Very Low Sodium Food
While many factors affect heart disease, diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of this disease
Development of cancer depends on many factors. A diet low in total fat may reduce the risk of some cancers
Diets low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure, a disease associated with many factors
Good Source of Potassium
Excellent Source of Vitamin A
Excellent Source of Vitamin C
Excellent Source of Vitamin B6
Nutrition facts
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/2 medium (90g), cooked
|
| Calories 100 |
Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value* |
| Total Fat 0g |
0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g |
0% |
| Trans Fat 0g |
0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg |
0% |
| Sodium 0mg |
0% |
| Potassium 420mg |
12% |
|
Total Carbohydrate 28g |
0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g |
8% |
| Sugars 13g |
|
| Protein less than 1g |
|
| Vitamin A 15% |
Vitamin C 15% |
| Calcium 0% |
Iron 2% |
| Vitamin B6 10% |
|
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
| Total Fat |
Less than |
65g |
80g |
| Saturated Fat |
Less than |
20g |
25g |
| Cholesterol |
Less than |
300mg |
300mg |
| Sodium |
Less than |
2,400mg |
2,400mg |
| Potassium |
|
3,500mg |
3,500mg |
| Total Carbohydrate |
|
300g |
375g |
| Dietary Fiber |
|
25g |
30g |
How to Store
Store fruit at room temperature to promote ideal ripening. Higher storage temperature will speed the ripening process. Never store under 45 degrees as chill can occur.
How to Select
Plantains should be firm and not mushy or cracked. They can be purchased at any color stage; green, yellow, or black.
Usage Tips
Green plantains are firm and starchy and can be used as a potato substitute, usually boiled and mashed. Yellow plantains are sweet in flavor and are usually baked, fried, or mashed. Black plantains are sweet with soft texture and are mainly used as a fried dessert.