Red Banana

Red bananas are a distinctive and nutritionally superior variety characterised by their reddish-maroon skin and creamy, sweet flesh with a subtle hint of raspberry. Far less common than yellow Robusta bananas, red bananas are grown in limited quantities in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka, making them a premium offering in grocery stores. Their rich colour comes from anthocyanins and beta-carotene, powerful antioxidants that support eye health and reduce oxidative stress. Red bananas contain significantly higher levels of Vitamin C and beta-carotene than yellow varieties, giving them an edge as a nutritional superfood. The flesh is slightly denser and creamier with a unique sweetness that pairs beautifully with yogurt, ice cream, and tropical fruit salads. They are naturally ripened and harvested at optimum maturity. Red bananas are also known to contain more iron per serving, making them beneficial for those with low haemoglobin levels. Store at room temperature and consume within 3 days of purchase. Origin: Kerala and Tamil Nadu, India.