High Fructose Corn Syrup 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, and a touch of honey — no processed syrups or artificial sweeteners anywhere in sight. That's actually the quiet genius of this dish: so many packaged fruit snacks and canned pineapple products are loaded with high fructose corn syrup, but this recipe keeps everything clean and whole from start to finish. The combination of tangy citrus and warming ginger plays beautifully against the natural sweetness of ripe pineapple, and a pinch of sea salt ties it all together in a way that feels almost restaurant-worthy. A handful of torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herby finish that makes the whole platter look as good as it tastes. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife, a bowl, and a whisk, making it an effortless choice for a summer gathering, a light dessert, or a refreshing snack any time of 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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