Before the run
Banana-maple toast
A quick, familiar pre-run snack with adjustable portions and minimal preparation.
- Prep
- 5 minutes
- Total
- 8 minutes
- Yield
- 1 serving
Ingredients
What you need
- 1 slice bread that you already tolerate well
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Small pinch of salt
- Optional: a light sprinkle of cinnamon
Method
Make it
- Toast the bread to your preference.
- Mash or slice the banana over the toast.
- Drizzle with maple syrup and finish with salt and optional cinnamon.
Pack and keep
Storage
Best assembled just before eating.
On the move
For travel, pack the toast and banana separately and assemble when ready.
Estimated nutrition
Typically 35–45 g carbohydrate per serving depending on the bread and banana size.
Allergens
Often contains wheat. Choose bread appropriate for your known allergies and dietary needs.