Zesty Grilled Citrus Mint Pineapple
Elevate your summer grilling game with this Zesty Grilled Citrus Mint Pineapple recipe—an irresistible balance of sweet, tangy, and refreshing flavors. Fresh pineapple slices are brushed with a luscious glaze made from orange juice, lime juice, honey, and a hint of ground cinnamon, then grilled to caramelized perfection with beautiful char marks. A sprinkle of freshly chopped mint leaves adds a burst of cooling freshness, making this dish the ultimate tropical dessert or side. Perfectly suited for backyard barbecues or as a light finale for your summer gatherings, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and serves up a naturally sweet, mouthwatering treat. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, this grilled pineapple recipe will have your taste buds dancing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole fresh pineapple
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F/190°C). Clean and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Peel the pineapple, remove the core, and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rings or spears.
In a small mixing bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, honey, melted butter, orange zest, lime zest, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Whisk well to create the glaze.
Brush each pineapple slice generously with the citrus glaze, ensuring both sides are coated.
Place the pineapple slices on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the pineapple becomes caramelized.
While the pineapple is grilling, finely chop the fresh mint leaves and set aside.
Remove the pineapple from the grill and transfer it to a serving platter.
Sprinkle the grilled pineapple slices with the fresh mint and serve warm, either as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an added treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 167 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.3 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 136.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2009 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.
