Grilled pineapple is always delicious, but this recipe with a honey and cinnamon glaze is perfect for summer! The fruit is light and bright and just perfect for the hot weather.
This easy recipe takes just a few minutes to make. Plus you can prep the marinade earlier in the day and let it sit in the fridge to develop the flavors.
This grilled pineapple recipe is so versatile. I love to serve it with chicken dishes, or as a refreshing summertime dessert when paired with ice cream.
Keep reading to learn how to make this barbecue pineapple and make sure to serve it with a refreshing Patron pineapple cocktail!
Ingredients for this barbecue pineapple
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this grilled pineapple recipe:
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- 1 large ripe golden pineapple
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of one lime
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- ¼ cup honey
How to make grilled pineapple
This pineapple barbecue recipe is so easy to make. Just follow the steps below.
Cut the pineapple
- Prep your pineapple by peeling and coring it.
- Then cut it into strips that are 1 inch thick.
Marinade the pineapple
- In a baking dish, mix together the olive oil, honey, lime juice, and cinnamon.
- Place the pineapple strips in the glaze and let marinate 2 hours, turning them occasionally.
Grill the pineapple
- Prepare a charcoal grill (you can also cook this barbecue pineapple indoors, using a grill pan on the stove top).
- Brush the pineapple strips lightly with the olive oil marinade and place them on the grill.
- Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side until cooked with nice grill marks on all sides.
Serve the grilled pineapple
- Remove from the grill and place on a serving plate.
- Drizzle with honey (if desired) and serve immediately.
Tasting this bbq pineapple
These grilled pineapple slices make a great side dishes for barbecues or outdoor parties. Tonight we had it with my delicious island chicken thighs recipe and it was the perfect pairing.
The pineapple is sweet and refreshing. The fresh limes give the marinade a bright citrusy flavor and honey adds a lovely bit of extra sweetness.
This recipe is gluten free and fits a paleo diet, as well. Each serving has 69 calories which makes it great for those watching their weight.
Tips for peeling and slicing a pineapple
A pineapple looks as though it is difficult to peel and core, but you can do it in just minutes if you follow these steps.
- Place the pineapple on it’s side and use a large sharp knife to cut off the top and the base, making the cut very straight. (You can plant the pineapple top in soil when you’re done with it!)
- Run your knife to down over the outside, taking peel off the outside of the pineapple.
- Use a smaller paring knife to remove the brown eyes to make it look nicer.
- Turn the pineapple and stand it on the bottom edge of the fruit.
- Cut down through the center of the fruit with your knife and then again so that you have four quarters.
- Use the knife on an angle on each quarter to remove the core.
- Cut each quarter in half giving you 8 pieces to grill.
- You can also continue cutting the pineapple into pieces to use in fruit salads or as kebabs.
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Admin note. This post first appeared on the blog in November of 2013. I have updated the post with more cooking tips, nutritional information and additional photos.
Grilled Pineapple
This grilled pineapple recipe makes a great side dish for any outdoor bbq party. it's ready in just minutes and tastes amazing.
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe golden pineapple
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of one lime
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- ¼ cup honey
Instructions
- Peel and core the pineapple. Cut it into long strips about 1 inch thick.
- In a baking dish, mix together the olive oil, honey, lime juice, and cinnamon.
- Place the pineapple strips in the glaze and let marinate 2 hours, turning them occasionally.
- Prepare a charcoal grill (you can also cook it on a grill pan indoors on the stove top).
- Brush the pineapple strips lightly with the olive oil marinade and place them on the grill.
- Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side until cooked with nice grill marks.
- Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving plate.
- Drizzle with honey and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 69Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 0gSugar: 10gProtein: 0g
Nutritional information is approximate due to natural variation in ingredients and the cook-at-home nature of our meals.