Pineapple Granita

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Pineapple Granita
45 min.
4
159kcal

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Looking for a refreshing dessert that’s not only delicious but also caters to various dietary preferences? Look no further than this delightful Pineapple Granita! Perfect for warm days or as a light finish to any meal, this granita is a vibrant and tropical treat that will transport your taste buds straight to a sunny beach.

With its bright, sweet flavor and icy texture, this granita is a fantastic way to enjoy the natural sweetness of pineapple while keeping things simple and healthy. Made with just three ingredients, it’s a breeze to whip up, and the best part? It’s completely vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for everyone at the table.

The process is straightforward: a quick simmer of sugar and water creates a syrup that blends beautifully with fresh pineapple juice. After a few hours in the freezer, you’ll have a light and fluffy dessert that’s perfect for scooping into glasses and garnishing with fresh mint sprigs. Each spoonful is a burst of tropical flavor that’s sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

So, whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, this Pineapple Granita is the perfect choice. Indulge in this guilt-free dessert that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate!

Ingredients

  • small mint leaves for garnish
  • cups pineapple juice 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine sugar with 1/4 cup water in a small saucepanover medium-high heat. Simmer until sugaris dissolved, stirring once or twice.
  2. Whisk juiceinto the sugar syrup and pour into a 9 x 9 x 2-inchpan. Freeze 2-3 hours, pulling a fork through themixture every 30 minutes to make granules.
  3. Servein glasses garnished with mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories159kcal
Protein1.12%
Fat1.26%
Carbs97.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.02
Glycemic Load
24.33
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.780869592791%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:159.49kcal
7.97%
Fat:0.23g
0.36%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.07%
Carbohydrates:40.24g
13.41%
Net Carbohydrates:39.92g
14.52%
Sugar:36.73g
40.81%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2.92mg
0.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.46g
0.92%
Manganese:0.61mg
30.37%
Vitamin C:12.12mg
14.69%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.96%
Folate:22.38µg
5.59%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.62%
Potassium:159.59mg
4.56%
Copper:0.09mg
4.32%
Magnesium:14.96mg
3.74%
Iron:0.43mg
2.38%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.89%
Calcium:18.02mg
1.8%
Fiber:0.32g
1.26%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.26%
Phosphorus:10.17mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious