Turmeric Free Pineapple Spears with Lime & Ginger
Sweet, juicy pineapple gets a bright upgrade here with a quick toss in fresh lime juice, zesty lime peel, grated ginger, and a touch of honey — the kind of combination that makes fruit feel genuinely exciting rather than like an afterthought. The pinch of sea salt is the secret move, pulling all those flavors together and making the pineapple taste even more like itself. Torn mint scattered over the top adds a cool, herby finish that turns a simple platter into something you'd actually want to bring to a table. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to turmeric, tropical fruit dishes can sometimes be a minefield since the spice sneaks into marinades, spice blends, and even some store-bought dressings — but every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward. There's no spice blend to second-guess, just whole, fresh components you can see and verify yourself. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife, a bowl, and a whisk, making it an effortless option for a snack, a side, or a light dessert that everyone at the table can enjoy.
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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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