Shellfish 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. The combination is zingy and tropical, with just a pinch of sea salt to pull everything together in the most satisfying way. It's the kind of dish that looks impressive on a platter but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a bowl. A scatter of torn fresh mint on top adds a cool, herby finish that makes the whole thing feel like something you'd order at a nice restaurant. For anyone navigating shellfish-free eating, this is a naturally safe and totally fuss-free option — every ingredient is clean and straightforward, with zero hidden surprises. It works beautifully as a light dessert, a refreshing side at a cookout, or even a snack you can feel good about reaching for.
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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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