Pineapples are a symbol for hospitality, friendship, and welcoming! These delicious fruits are also welcome right in my tummy 😆 Whether you’re hosting, attending a friend’s cookout this Summer, or just wanting a juicy recipe for a Wednesday night at home – we are sharing the yummiesttttt pineapple recipes for this Spring + Summer [or anytime of year!] 🍍 You may be surprised how many courses you’ll be able to make!
Ready for more fruit recipes!? Jump into more juicy recipes here!
Pineapple Salsa
-
2
cups
fresh pineapple, diced small -
1
red chili pepper (optional) - fresh green onion, measure with your heart! (a little goes a long way!)
- juice of one fresh lime
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Chop and combine all ingredients in a small bowl, serve chilled.
Pineapple Chicken Bowls
-
1/3
c
soy sauce -
1/3
c
pineapple juice -
1/3
c
tomato paste -
1
T
honey -
1
T
fresh grated ginger -
1
T
cornstarch -
2
cloves
fresh garlic
Serve With:
-
4
c
cooked white rice - pineapple salsa
- fresh cilantro
- lime wedges
- sesame seeds
- salt & pepper
Chicken:
-
2
lbs
cooked chicken breast, cubed - olive oil
- salt & pepper
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Slice chicken into bite-size pieces, and cook on stove over medium-high heat with olive oil until slightly crispy. Salt & pepper to taste. Set aside.
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In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Pour over chicken and mix well to coat chicken.
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Serve over a bowl of cooked rice with pineapple salsa, lime wedges, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Ginger Pineapple Turkey Stir Fry
A little spice and sweetness make an explosion of flavors in this stirfry
-
3
tbsp
olive oil -
1 1/2
lb
ground turkey (or chicken) -
3
tbsp
salted butter -
2
tbsp
Thai red curry paste -
4
cloves
garlic, minced -
1
tbsp
fresh ginger, chopped -
2
whole
bell peppers, sliced -
1 1/2
cups
pineapple, chopped -
1
cup
cashews, whole -
1/2
cup
soy sauce (or tamari) -
2
tbsp
honey -
1/2
cup
cilantro, chopped -
4
whole
green onions, chopped -
1/4
cup
basil, chopped
-
In a large skillet, combine the oil and turkey. Cook over medium heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the chili paste, butter, garlic, and ginger. Cook 2 minutes, until the butter browns and the turkey gets crispy.
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Mix in the peppers, 3/4 cup pineapple, green onions, and cashews. Cook another 2-5 minutes. Pour over the soy sauce and honey. Cook until the sauce coats the turkey, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
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In a bowl, toss 3/4 cup pineapple with the cilantro and basil.
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Serve the turkey, peppers, and cashews over bowls of rice. Top with the pineapple/cilantro/basil. Enjoy!
Pineapple Coconut Loaf Cake
-
1 1/2
cups
sweetened shredded coconut -
1/2
stick
unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan -
3
large
eggs -
1
cup
sugar -
1 1/2
cups
flour -
1/2
tsp
baking soda -
1/2
tsp
salt -
1
cup
sour cream -
1 can
20oz
pineapple chunks, drained very well!
-
Sprinkle coconut on cookie sheet in a single layer, bake until lightly toasted, tossing occasionally, 6 to 10 minutes; set aside.
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Butter and flour a 9-by-5-inch (8-cup) loaf pan; set aside.
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In a mixer on high speed, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in eggs and beat well.
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On low speed, add flour, baking soda and salt.
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Add in sour cream, be careful to not overmix.
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Open up your can of pineapple chunks and drain them well. Use a paper towel to get all the moisture out, best you can.
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Using a rubber spatula, fold pineapple and 1 cup coconut into batter. Spoon into prepared pan, and smooth top; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup coconut.
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Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 65 to 70 minutes (cover pan with foil halfway through – so your coconut does not burn!)
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Let cake cool in pan 15 minutes. Remove from pan, and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To store, keep it wrapped in plastic – room temp. Will stay good for 2 days! Recipe Credit: Martha Stewart
3 Ingredient Pineapple Dessert
-
1
[20 oz] can
Crushed Pineapple in Juice
undrained -
1
pkg
Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding -
1
cup
Whipped Topping
thawed
-
Mix pineapple and dry pudding mix. Gently stir in whipped topping. Refrigerate for an hour before serving.
-
Top with shredded coconut and enjoy!
Recipe credit: https://cutefetti.com/easy-pineapple-dessert/
Pineapple Margarita
A tropical twist on a classic cocktail! Cheers to sippin’ on something fruity this Summer!
-
salt for rim
or swap for Tajín! [or combine!] -
2
oz
pineapple juice -
2
oz
tequila -
3/4
oz
fresh lime juice -
3/4
oz
triple sec -
limes or pineapple slices for garnish
optional
-
Combine all ingredients in a shaker
Recipe Credit: delish.com
The Best Pina Coladas
-
6
oz
White Rum -
6
oz
Cream of Coconut -
6
oz
Pineapple Juice -
1/2
Cup
Frozen Pineapple Chunks -
4
oz
Golden or Spiced Rum -
4
Cups
Ice - Pineapple Wedges for garnish
-
Place the white rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice + chunks, golden rum, and ice in a blender. Process until totally blended.
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Pour into glasses and garnish with pineapple wedge!
