Carrageenan Free Pineapple Spears with Lime & Ginger
Sweet, juicy pineapple gets a serious upgrade here with a bright dressing of fresh lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, honey, and a pinch of sea salt — it's the kind of combination that makes tropical fruit taste even more alive. The ginger adds a subtle warmth that plays beautifully against the citrus, while the honey rounds everything out without overpowering the natural sweetness of the pineapple. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top right before serving takes it from simple snack to something you'd genuinely be proud to put on a table. What makes this recipe especially smart is how completely clean and whole-food it is — every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is, no additives, no thickeners, no hidden stabilizers to worry about. For anyone navigating ingredient labels on packaged fruit products or flavored snacks, this is the kind of recipe that just removes the guesswork entirely. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife, a bowl, and a whisk, making it an effortless choice for a refreshing appetizer, a light dessert, or a vibrant side at your next cookout.
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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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