Celery 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 simple but electric — the citrus and ginger cut right through the tropical sweetness, and that tiny hit of salt makes every flavor pop. This is the kind of dish that looks impressive on a platter but comes together in just a few minutes with nothing more than a knife and a bowl. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herby finish that takes it from snack to something you'd genuinely serve at a dinner party. Because every ingredient here is a whole, fresh food, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or allergen cross-contact — what you see is exactly what you get. It works beautifully as a light dessert, a refreshing side alongside grilled dishes, or an afternoon treat on a warm day.
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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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