AIP Friendly Pineapple Spears with Lime & Ginger
Sweet, juicy pineapple gets a serious upgrade here, dressed in bright lime juice, fragrant zest, a whisper of fresh ginger, and just a touch of honey to tie it all together. The combination is refreshing and bold without relying on anything processed or inflammatory — exactly what you want when you're navigating a healing protocol that rules out so many conventional flavor shortcuts. Each spear gets coated in the dressing so every bite delivers that citrusy, gingery punch alongside the natural sweetness of the fruit. A pinch of sea salt might sound unexpected, but it sharpens all the other flavors beautifully. Optional torn mint leaves add a cool, herbal finish that makes the whole plate feel a little more special. This comes together in minutes with no cooking required, and it serves four generously — perfect as a light dessert, a snack spread, or a vibrant side at a gathering where you still want something that feels festive and indulgent.
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4 servings
- 1 large pineapple (about 3 lb), peeled and cored
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
Ingredient noteAIP restricts added sweeteners, but small occasional amounts of unrefined honey are accepted on the protocol; the ~1/4 teaspoon per serving here likely stays within that limited allowance. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Cut the peeled, cored pineapple lengthwise into quarters, then cut each quarter lengthwise into 3–4 spears, yielding 12–16 spears total.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, honey, and sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved.
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