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Ingredients
Grilled Pineapple
- Ingredients
- 5 whole allspice
- 2 Tbsps cane sugar
- 4 Tbsps Shredded coconut
- 1 Pineapple
- 2 Tbsps vegetable oil
- 6 Tbsps Maple syrup
Crush allspice in a mortar and mix with the sugar.
Toast coconut in a dry pan over medium heat, tossing frequently, until light brown. Allow to cool on a plate.
Peel pineapple, cut into thick slices and coat with oil.
Cook pineapple on a very hot oiled grill until browned on each side, sprinkling with allspice-sugar after turning. Put pineapple slices on a plate. Serve drizzled with syrup and sprinkled with coconut.
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie | 204 cal. | (10 %) | ||
Protein | 1 g | (1 %) | ||
Fat | 6 g | (5 %) | ||
Carbohydrates | 34 g | (23 %) | ||
Sugar added | 13 g | (52 %) | ||
Roughage | 3 g | (10 %) |
Healthy, because
Pineapple is low in calories because the yellow fruit is largely water-based, which is perfect for those who are trying to watch their figure. Its micronutrients also help to lower cholesterol levels and can support eye health.
Even smarter
You can also prepare this delicious dessert in a grill pan on the stove. In this case, the pineapple slices should only be fried briefly at high heat. Honeydew melon or mango can also be prepared according to this recipe.