Honey-Glazed Grilled Pineapple

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Honey-Glazed Grilled Pineapple
45 min.
6
165kcal

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Indulge in a tropical delight that perfectly balances sweetness and a touch of citrus with our Honey-Glazed Grilled Pineapple. This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire, making it an ideal side dish or dessert that everyone can enjoy. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a refreshing treat to brighten up your day, this recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Using just a handful of simple ingredients, including ripe pineapple, fresh mint, and a luscious honey-lime marinade, you can elevate the natural sweetness of the fruit to new heights. The grilling process caramelizes the sugars, adding a beautiful char while infusing the fruit with the zesty essence of lime and fragrant orange-flower water. The result is a dish that's not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.

This Honey-Glazed Grilled Pineapple is vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a perfect option for any dietary preference. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just 45 minutes from start to finish. So gather your friends and family, fire up the grill, and get ready to savor every delicious bite of this mouthwatering masterpiece. Serve it warm or chilled, and don’t forget to sprinkle some fresh mint on top for that extra pop of color and freshness!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh minced
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoon lime zest grated
  • teaspoon orange-flower water 
  • large pineapple ripe

Equipment

  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Whisk first 4 ingredients in large glass baking dish. Peel pineapple; cut crosswise into 6 rounds.
  2. Remove core; discard.
  3. Add pineapple to dish; turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  4. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  5. Remove pineapple from marinade (reserve marinade). Grill until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer to serving dish.
  7. Pour reserved marinade over.
  8. Sprinkle with mint.
  9. Serve warm or chilled.
  10. *Sold at liquor stores and in the liquor or specialty foods section of supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories165kcal
Protein2.23%
Fat1.02%
Carbs96.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.82
Glycemic Load
22.52
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.717825850715%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.8mg
Hesperetin
1.52mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:165.43kcal
8.27%
Fat:0.21g
0.32%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.12%
Carbohydrates:44.27g
14.76%
Net Carbohydrates:41.88g
15.23%
Sugar:38.24g
42.49%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.44mg
0.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.02g
2.04%
Vitamin C:76.15mg
92.31%
Manganese:1.44mg
72.24%
Fiber:2.39g
9.55%
Copper:0.19mg
9.28%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.12%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.23%
Folate:30.94µg
7.74%
Potassium:202.58mg
5.79%
Magnesium:21.03mg
5.26%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.18%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.86%
Iron:0.67mg
3.7%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.61%
Vitamin A:172.68IU
3.45%
Calcium:27.6mg
2.76%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.82%
Phosphorus:16.16mg
1.62%
Vitamin K:1.12µg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious