The Best Grilled Pineapple Recipe

Name: The Best Grilled Pineapple Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Ingredients: 1 whole pineapple (, cut into ½ - ¾ inch thick pieces (see note)); 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1-2 tablespoons dairy free butter (, optional); 1-2 tablespoons brown or coconut sugar (, optional); Cinnamon; Rum; Shredded coconut

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This grilled pineapple recipe is so easy and delicious. It's a great healthy sweet treat for summer and perfect for those backyard barbecues!

Slices of pineapple with grill marks on a white platter sitting on a yellow checked napkin

This simple yet flavorful dessert is such a great summer recipe. The kids love it, and the adults love having an option for a wholesome fruit based dessert!

Keep it simple or dress it up with extra flavor, either way you won't be disappointed! One of the many beautiful parts about this recipe is that you can either make it outdoors on a grill, or indoors in a pan, whatever is easier for you.

Ingredients

Sure, you can just throw plain pineapple on the grill, but why not add more flavor? The following ingredients are highly recommended for making grilled pineapple:

Whole pineapple
Lime juice
Dairy free butter
Brown or coconut sugar

A white plate with slices of pineapple, lime, sugar, butter and mint

How to Make Grilled Pineapple

The super easy steps for how to grill pineapple are:

Season the pineapple.
Cook until browned on each side.
Enjoy!

Serving suggestions

This grilled pineapple is excellent all on its own, but try it in any of these other ways:

As a garnish for cocktails, like this Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita
Top Vegan Yogurt for a healthy breakfast.
Add an extra depth of flavor to Pineapple Salsa.
Use as a topping for tacos.
Enjoy with a scoop of ice cream for dessert!

Flavor suggestions

The simplicity of fresh lime and pineapple is perfect as is, but the optional butter and sugar add a depth of flavor. Plus, it's fun to mix things up with different tastes! Try any of the following:

Cinnamon
Rum
Shredded coconut
Chipotle Powder

Tips for cutting pineapple

Cutting up a whole pineapple isn't quite as hard as it seems.

Most importantly, make sure you use a really sharp knife.
You can either cut off the rind or keep it on.
Slice off the top and bottom of the pineapple.
Cut it in half length wise.
Remove the core, then slice into ½ - ¾ inch thick pieces.
How many pieces you get will depend on size of slices.
I got about 16 pieces (8 each half).

Preparation tips

Here are a few more suggestions to help you along the way:

Either a grill or pan will work. You can use a pan with grates for added aesthetics, but any pan works. Or use an outdoor grill or electric panini-like grill.
Using fresh pineapple will give you the best flavor. In a pinch you can use frozen, but make sure to defrost it first. If you have to use canned, make sure to buy the kind that’s in pineapple juice, not syrup.
Prepare the pineapple in advance to save on time day of.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

Common Questions

Is grilled pineapple good for you?

It sure is! Pineapple is low in calories while packing in plenty of healthy vitamins and minerals.

Can you reheat grilled pineapple?

You certainly can. For best results reheat in a pan, but a quick 10-15 second microwave will also do the trick..

How do you remove the core from a pineapple?

Once the pineapple is cut in half or in quarters, it's easy to use a knife to remove the core. Just cut about one inch from the center.

What goes good with pineapple?

Both sweet and savory flavors pair well with pineapple. Pair with grilled veggies for dinner, other fruit for breakfast, or top ice cream for dessert!

More Fruity Recipes

Fruit can be used in so many ways! All on its own, mixed with sweet flavors, or made savory. Check out these other recipes that feature a variety of fruit: