Honey Sriracha Grilled Pineapple (Print View)

Caramelized pineapple rings grilled with sweet and spicy honey-Sriracha glaze, ideal for summer gatherings.

# Components:

→ Pineapple

01 - 1 large fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 rings (approximately 1/2-inch thick)

→ Glaze

02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 1.5 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
05 - 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
06 - 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or vegetable oil

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
08 - Lime wedges

# Method:

01 - Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Sriracha sauce, fresh lime juice, light brown sugar, and melted coconut oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
03 - Gently pat the pineapple rings dry with paper towels. Generously brush both sides of each pineapple ring with the prepared honey-Sriracha glaze.
04 - Place the glazed pineapple rings on the preheated grill. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Brush with additional glaze during cooking and turn carefully using tongs until desirable grill marks appear and the pineapple is caramelized.
05 - Remove the grilled pineapple rings from the grill. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under 20 minutes
  • Works as both a side dish or dessert
  • Perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors
  • Adds a gourmet touch to summer grilling
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep prepare the glaze ahead of time and store in the refrigerator
  • Contains only 115 calories per serving making it a lighter dessert option
  • Versatile recipe that works equally well as an appetizer side dish or dessert
03 -
  • Even a small amount of excess moisture can prevent those beautiful grill marks and caramelization from forming.
  • Let your pineapple rings sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before grilling.
  • Don't rush the grilling process by cranking up the heat.

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