Saba Banana Cue with Toasted Almond Crunch

In a small non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, gently warm the sliced saba bananas until they begin to soften and release their natural sugars. Toss in the slivered almonds, allowing them to toast until golden brown and fragrant, which should take about 3 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk the protein powder with a tiny splash of water to create a thick, smooth glaze. Remove the banana and almond mixture from the heat and fold in the protein glaze, coating the fruit thoroughly. The heat from the bananas will slightly thicken the mixture into a sticky, caramelized coating.

Serve warm in a small bowl, ensuring each bite has a balance of the sweet, tender banana and the crunchy, toasted almonds. The protein glaze provides the necessary nutritional density to turn a traditional street snack into a balanced, satisfying pick-me-up.