Mediterranean Diet Grilled Pineapple with Honey-Lime Glaze
Transform your next summer barbecue into a Mediterranean-inspired feast with this Grilled Pineapple with Honey-Lime Glaze recipe! Perfectly ripe, juicy pineapple takes center stage as it caramelizes on the grill, enhanced by a refreshing glaze made of zesty lime juice and smooth honey. A touch of olive oil ensures the slices stay tender, while grill marks add smoky depth to the sweet, tropical flavor. Topped with a drizzle of extra glaze and fresh mint leaves, this dish offers a harmonious balance of tangy, sweet, and subtly smoky notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and light dessert or side dish captures the essence of the Mediterranean diet with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Ideal for serving as a guilt-free treat at outdoor gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole, medium-sized fresh pineapple
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 whole lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 fresh, for garnish mint leaves
Instructions
Start by preparing the glaze. In a small bowl, combine the honey and the juice of one lime. Mix well until fully blended.
Prepare the pineapple by removing the crown and base. Stand it upright and cut away the rind by slicing downward along the curvature of the fruit. Once peeled, cut the pineapple into half-inch thick slices.
Using a small, sharp knife, remove the core from each slice to create a ring.
Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 350°F to 400°F (175°C to 200°C).
Lightly brush each side of the pineapple rings with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the pineapple slices on the grill. Cook for about 3-5 minutes on each side or until grill marks appear and the pineapple is warm and juicy.
During the last minute of grilling, brush the top of each slice with the honey-lime glaze, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
Remove the pineapple from the grill and let cool for a minute.
Arrange the grilled pineapple rings on a serving platter. Drizzle the remaining honey-lime glaze over them.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.1 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 474 mg | 10% | |
*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.
