Pies, Tarts and Desserts
Fresh Pineapple with Lime Zest and Honey Recipe
This simple yet elegant dish celebrates the natural brightness of sun-ripened pineapple, enhanced by the aromatic oils of fresh lime and the floral sweetness of raw honey. It is a sophisticated, produce-forward conclusion to any meal, highlighting the best of tropical fruit in its purest form.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Serves
- 4
- Level
- Easy
- Per serving
- 91 kcal
Method
Prepare the pineapple by slicing off the crown and the base so it can stand firmly on a cutting board. Use a sharp chef’s knife to carve away the skin from top to bottom, following the curve of the fruit, then remove any remaining 'eyes' with a small paring knife.
Quarter the pineapple lengthwise and slice away the woody core from each section. Cut the remaining fruit into half-inch thick spears or bite-sized triangles and arrange them on a chilled serving platter.
In a small glass jar or bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice and the raw honey until the honey has completely dissolved into a glossy syrup. If the honey is too thick, you can warm it very slightly beforehand.
Drizzle the honey-lime mixture evenly over the arranged pineapple pieces.
Use a microplane to zest the lime directly over the fruit, ensuring the fragrant citrus oils land on the pineapple. Scatter hand-torn mint leaves and a tiny pinch of sea salt over the top to finish.
For the best flavor, allow the fruit to sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to let the juices mingle. For a vegan variation, simply substitute the honey with an equal amount of pure maple syrup or agave nectar.
Notes
Look for a pineapple with vibrant gold skin and a sweet, floral fragrance at the stem end for peak ripeness.
Chilling the whole pineapple for a few hours before prep makes the fruit more refreshing and easier to slice cleanly.
Save the pineapple core to infuse into water or tea for a zero-waste kitchen hack.
If your honey is crystallized, place the honey jar in a bowl of warm water for 5 minutes before mixing with the lime juice.
