Grilled Pineapple

Grilled pineapple is amazing. It’s a perfect foil for vegan proteins (tofu, tempeh, seitan, or vegan sausage) and veggies cooked on the barbecue. Adapted from Vegan Holiday Kitchen.

• 1 medium fresh pineapple
• 3 tablespoons agave nectar
• 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Trim the leafy crown from the pineapple and discard. Standing the pineapple firmly upright, slice off the tough skin, using downward motions with a sharp knife.

Cut the pineapple flesh away from the tough core, then cut into 1/2-inch-thick chunks, a bit larger than bite-sized.

In a large mixing bowl, toss the pineapple with agave nectar and lime juice. Sprinkle in the cinnamon and toss again.

Prepare the grill. Place the pineapple pieces on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, just until you get some nice grill marks. Don’t overcook, as the pineapple may dry out.

• Find more recipes for grilling in VegKitchen’s The Vegan Barbecue.
• Find more ways to make Special Occasions and Entertaining easier and healthier.