Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Pineapple Spears with Lime & Ginger
Fresh pineapple is one of those naturally vibrant, crowd-pleasing fruits that needs very little help to shine — and this recipe proves it. A quick dressing of lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, honey, and a pinch of sea salt transforms simple spears into something that tastes genuinely special. The combination of bright citrus and warm ginger plays beautifully against the sweetness of ripe pineapple, making every bite feel refreshing and a little unexpected. For anyone navigating a restricted ingredient list, this is the kind of dish that delivers real flavor without relying on anything complicated or processed. Everything here is whole, recognizable, and straightforward — no hidden additives, no long ingredient panels to decode. A scatter of torn fresh mint over the top adds a cool, herby finish that makes the plate look as good as it tastes. It comes together in minutes and works equally well as a light dessert, a snack, or a bright side alongside a savory meal.
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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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