Description
This Grilled Pineapple recipe features ripe pineapple slices brushed with a flavorful mixture of brown sugar, melted butter, lime juice, and coconut extract, then sprinkled with flaky sea salt and grilled to perfection. It's a quick and easy tropical dessert or side dish that brings out the natural sweetness of pineapple with a hint of caramelization and tangy zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe pineapple
- 2/3 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) salted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (about two small limes)
- 3/4 teaspoon coconut extract
- 2 teaspoons flaky sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Lime zest
- Vanilla ice cream
- Caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 300-350 degrees Fahrenheit, to prepare it for cooking the pineapple slices evenly.
- Prepare Pineapple: Peel, core, and slice the pineapple into 1/2-inch thick rings. Typically, you will get about 12 rings from one pineapple depending on its size.
- Make Sugar Mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted salted butter, lime juice, and coconut extract until fully combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Brush Pineapple: Generously brush the brown sugar mixture onto both sides of each pineapple ring. Then sprinkle flaky sea salt evenly over the coated pineapple slices.
- Grill Pineapple: Place the pineapple rings on the preheated grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop grill marks and caramelize slightly.
- Serve: Remove from grill and serve the pineapple warm. Optionally, top with lime zest, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- Storage: Leftover grilled pineapple can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze leftovers for about 6 months; grilled pineapple makes a delicious frozen treat.
- Alternative Cooking Method: If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan or skillet on the stovetop can be used to cook pineapple slices over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for a decadent dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
