Delicious Grilled Pineapple Recipe for Summer
This grilled pineapple recipe is a quick and easy summer treat that enhances the natural sweetness of fresh pineapple with caramelized grill marks and a hint of cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (optional)
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil for brushing
Instructions
- Peel the pineapple, remove the core, and cut into rings or spears.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Brush pineapple slices with melted butter or oil, then sprinkle with the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill pineapple for 2–3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and edges caramelize.
- Optional: Drizzle with honey or lime juice after grilling for added flavor.
- Serve warm as a dessert or side dish.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple for best texture and flavor.
- Sprinkle chili powder for a spicy twist or add rum to the glaze for an adult version.
- Serve over ice cream or with whipped cream and toasted coconut for indulgence.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 pineapple
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
