Mushroom 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 might sound unexpected, but it pulls everything together and makes each bite pop. Torn fresh mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herby finish that makes this feel like something you'd order at a nice restaurant rather than throw together at home. Everything comes together in one bowl with just a quick whisk and a gentle toss, so cleanup is practically nothing. It works as a light dessert, a refreshing snack, or even a vibrant side alongside grilled dishes — and since every single ingredient is whole and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about what's in it.
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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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