Halvah & Banana Sandwich

Servings: 1 

Halvah was invented around the seventh century in modern-day Iran. Later adopted by the Ottoman Empire, halvah has spread throughout the world and now comes in a range of textures. Paired with creamy bananas and earthy pistachios, halvah adds a sweet richness to this recipe. This is the perfect snack to start your eating period!

INGREDIENTS

1 (8-inch) whole wheat pita bread
2 tablespoons crushed halvah
1 medium banana, sliced
1 tablespoon crushed pistachios

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Spread the halva onto the pita bread and arrange the banana slices on top.
2. Sprinkle the pistachios on top of the banana slices and roll up the pita. Serve and enjoy!

NUTRITION • per one serving •

Calories 390 —
Total Fat 14 g 18%
Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1 g —
Monounsaturated Fat 8.3 g —
Trans Fat — 
Cholesterol — 
Sodium 125 mg 5%
Total Carbohydrates 62 g 23%
Dietary Fiber 7 g 25%
Total Sugars 32 g —
Protein 8 g 16%
Vitamin A 65 mcg 4%
Vitamin C 5 mcg 10%
Vitamin D — 
Potassium 595 mg 15%
Calcium 26 mg 2%
Iron 2.27 mg 15%

This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my Intermittent Fasting and the Mediterranean Diet Cookbook here