Description
A delicious and easy grilled cinnamon pineapple recipe that captures the sweet, spicy, and smoky flavors of summer. Perfect for serving as a refreshing dessert or a tropical side dish, this dish features juicy pineapple chunks grilled to perfection with a hint of cinnamon and maple syrup, garnished with fresh lime zest and mint leaves.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pineapple
- 1 large pineapple
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- generous pinch of salt
- freshly chopped mint leaves and grated lime zest, to serve
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple: Slice the top and bottom off the pineapple. Stand it on one cut end, then carefully peel the skin off, removing the thorny bits. Cut the pineapple into eight wedges, trimming the hard core if necessary.
- Skewer the Pineapple: Pierce all eight pieces lengthwise with bamboo skewers to create pineapple lollipops. Place them in a large bowl.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Coat the Pineapple: Drizzle the cinnamon-maple mixture over the pineapple pieces and rub gently to coat thoroughly.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat a grill pan, barbecue grill, or grill plate on high heat until hot.
- Grill the Pineapple: Place several pieces on the hot grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until they develop golden grill marks. Repeat with remaining pieces, cooking in batches if necessary.
- Serve: Garnish the grilled pineapple with freshly grated lime zest and chopped mint leaves. Serve immediately with coconut yoghurt or ice cream on the side for an extra treat.
Notes
- Ensure the pineapple is ripe for the best flavor.
- You can use metal skewers if preferred, but bamboo skewers should be soaked in water beforehand to prevent burning.
- This dish pairs well with a dollop of coconut yoghurt or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- For added flavor, sprinkle a little extra cinnamon or lime zest just before serving.
- Grilling times may vary depending on your grill’s heat and pineapple size.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
