Cashew Free Pineapple Spears with Lime & Ginger
Sweet, juicy pineapple gets a serious upgrade here with a bright, zippy dressing of fresh lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, and a touch of honey. The combination is bold without being complicated — the ginger adds a gentle warmth that plays beautifully against the tropical sweetness of the fruit. A pinch of sea salt ties everything together and makes the flavors pop in a way that feels almost restaurant-worthy. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herby finish that makes the whole platter look as good as it tastes. This is the kind of dish that disappears fast at a summer gathering or works just as well as a light, refreshing dessert on a weeknight. Everything here is whole, fresh, and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's zero stress about hidden ingredients or cross-contact — just clean, vibrant flavor from start to finish.
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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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