Hot Pineapple Salad
Transform your side dishes with this vibrant and unexpected Hot Pineapple Salad—a warm, sweet-and-savory medley that’s perfect for elevating any meal. This recipe combines golden, caramelized pineapple slices with sautéed red bell peppers, tender red onions, and wilted spinach, all topped with crunchy toasted pecans for a satisfying texture contrast. The buttery brown sugar glaze infuses the pineapple with a delightful richness, while a touch of olive oil and seasoning brings balance to the sautéed vegetables. Quick and easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this warm salad is a delightful contrast of flavors—perfect as a dynamic starter, a standout side dish, or even a light main course. Ideal for showcasing fresh, tropical flavors, this dish is bound to be a show-stopping addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole (medium-sized) pineapple
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 whole (diced) red bell pepper
- 1 small (thinly sliced) red onion
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups toasted pecans
Instructions
Peel and core the pineapple, then slice it into thick rings or chunks.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and stir until a syrup forms, about 1 minute.
Place the pineapple slices in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and caramelized. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add a tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced red bell pepper and sliced red onion for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add the spinach leaves to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Toss briefly until the spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
Arrange the caramelized pineapple slices on a serving platter. Top with the sautéed vegetables and spinach mixture.
Sprinkle with toasted pecans for added crunch and serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.7 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1398 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.9 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2002 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
