Barley Free Pineapple Spears with Lime & Ginger
Sweet, juicy pineapple gets a serious upgrade here with a bright, zingy dressing of fresh lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, honey, and a pinch of sea salt. The combination is electric — the citrus sharpens the fruit's natural sweetness while the ginger adds a warm, slightly spicy kick that keeps every bite interesting. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl and a whisk, making it one of those effortlessly impressive dishes that looks far fancier than the effort involved. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herbal finish that ties everything together beautifully. Every ingredient here is naturally clean and grain-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your snack. Whether you're serving it as a light dessert, a refreshing side at a cookout, or a midday snack, these spears are the kind of thing people reach for again and again.
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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
- 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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