MSG 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 — each spear is coated in that tangy-sweet glaze, and a pinch of sea salt pulls everything together in the best way. Fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herbal finish that makes the whole plate look as good as it tastes. Everything comes from whole, recognizable ingredients, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden flavor enhancers sneaking into your snack. It's the kind of dish that works just as well as a light dessert as it does a refreshing side at a backyard cookout. Simple to prep, genuinely impressive to serve, and naturally free of anything artificial.
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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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