Banana Salad

A delicious blend of bananas, nuts, oats, and natural sweetness that makes for a healthy and energizing meal option. Light yet satisfying, this no-cook bowl comes together in minutes and keeps you fuelled for hours.

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Prep Time
10 min
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Servings
2 people
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Difficulty
Easy
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Diet
Vegan
Banana Salad
Instructions
1

Toast the oats & nuts

Place the rolled oats, walnuts, and slivered almonds in a dry pan over medium heat. Toast for 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat immediately and spread on a plate to cool. Toasting adds a wonderful depth of flavour and crunch.

🌰 Watch carefully — oats and nuts brown quickly once they get going
2

Slice the bananas & fruits

Peel and slice the bananas into thick rounds — not too thin or they’ll go mushy. Slice the strawberries and kiwi. Keep the blueberries whole. Slice the banana last and toss with a few drops of lemon juice to prevent browning.

💡 Use ripe but firm bananas — overripe ones become too soft in the salad
3

Make the dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, lemon juice, and cinnamon powder until combined. This light, fragrant dressing enhances the natural sweetness of the bananas without overpowering them.

💡 Adjust maple syrup to taste — ripe bananas are already sweet on their own
4

Layer the base

Spoon the coconut yogurt into the base of two serving bowls, spreading it out evenly. This creamy layer acts as an anchor for all the toppings and adds a lovely tangy contrast to the sweet banana and fruits.

5

Arrange the fruits & toppings

Layer the sliced bananas, strawberries, blueberries, and kiwi over the yogurt base. Scatter the toasted oats, walnuts, and almonds on top. Sprinkle chia seeds and desiccated coconut over everything for extra texture and nutrition.

🍌 Arrange fruits in sections for a vibrant, café-style presentation
6

Drizzle & serve

Drizzle the cinnamon-maple dressing over the assembled bowl. Serve immediately while the oats and nuts are still crunchy. This salad makes a perfect breakfast, post-workout snack, or light dessert.

🌟 Best eaten fresh — oats soften quickly once dressed

✨ Vanshika’s Tips

  • Use naturally sweet ripe bananas — they replace the need for any added sugar in the dressing.
  • Granola works as a great swap for toasted oats if you want extra crunch without any cooking.
  • Add a spoonful of almond butter or peanut butter on top for a protein and healthy fat boost.
  • Swap coconut yogurt with any plant-based yogurt — oat or almond yogurt works beautifully.
  • Prep the fruits and toast the oats the night before; assemble fresh just before eating.