Best 9 Grilled Pineapple With Cilantro Recipes

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Grilled pineapple with cilantro is a tantalizing dish that encapsulates the vibrant spirit of summer. This dish harmonizes the natural sweetness of pineapple with the refreshing zest of cilantro, resulting in a culinary symphony that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. As the pineapple caramelizes under the heat of the grill, it exudes an enticing fragrance that mingles with the aromatic essence of cilantro, creating an irresistible allure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA



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This is my favorite salsa to go with summer grilling! Have served this for guests and family and everyone loves it! Serve with grilled chicken breast, fish, or pork.

Provided by Elaine

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ fresh pineapple - peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
cooking spray
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 small sweet onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Spray pineapple pieces with cooking spray.
  • Cook pineapple on the grill until lightly browned and caramelized, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove pineapple from grill and cool; chop.
  • Mix pineapple, red bell pepper, onion, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper together in a bowl; refrigerate until chilled and flavors blend, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 196.6 mg, Sugar 6 g

CILANTRO PINEAPPLE GRILLED CHICKEN



Cilantro Pineapple Grilled Chicken image

Cilantro Pineapple Grilled Chicken made by marinating boneless chicken in pineapple, onion and cilantro marinade before grilling over hot coals.

Provided by Arlene Mobley - Flour On My Face

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup Citrus Onion Marinade ((or favorite chicken marinade))
1/2 can drained pineapple bits
1 tablespoon minced cilantro
1 cup BBQ Sauce

Steps:

  • Trim the fat from chicken breast halves
  • Place the chicken in a bowl and pour 1/2-3/4 cups marinade over the chicken and toss pieces to coat.
  • Add pineapple and cilantro to the bowl and toss to coat.
  • Marinade an hour.
  • Cook on a medium-high hot grill until the chicken is cooked trough to registers 165 on a meat thermometer.
  • Serve with Mango Salsa.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 368 kcal, Sugar 43 g, Sodium 2366 mg, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 31 g, Cholesterol 72 mg

GRILLED PINEAPPLE WITH CILANTRO



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For delicious this side dish you don't need to spend a lot of time. It's easy and fast to prepare. Fits perfectly with other pacific islands chicken or fish recipes. Posted for ZWT7. For a Tex-Mex version don't use sesame oil and soya sauce and replace some salt and some drops tabasco if desired. Thanks!

Provided by Artandkitchen

Categories     Pineapple

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pineapple, fresh, peeled, cored and cut in small pieces
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce, clear
2 tablespoons vegetal oil
1 red bell pepper, peeled and sliced (optional)
1 sweet onion, peeled and sliced (optional)
1 -2 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cilantro
1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Stir in a big bowl all the ingredients until ginger together.-.
  • Transfer in a flat baking mold in order to have only one layer pineapple crunches.
  • Top with sugar.
  • Broil until pineapple is caramelized.
  • Top with remaining fresh cilantro and serve hot or chilled.
  • Note: I've never tried this recipe with canned pineapple and canned roasted peppers. I suppose that this would work as well too. In any case I'm sure that the fresh ones are better! If you try, please let me know!

GRILLED PINEAPPLE AND ONION SALSA



Grilled Pineapple and Onion Salsa image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 fresh pineapple cored, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 large red onion, sliced 1/4-inch thick
5 scallions, trimmed
Salt and pepper
1 lime, juiced
Cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Grill pineapple and red onion until soft, about 2 minutes each side. Add scallions to the grill for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • In a large bowl toss pineapple, onions, scallions, salt, and pepper. Plate and sprinkle with lime juice. Garnish with cilantro leaves.

GRILLED PINEAPPLE WITH CREAM



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large pineapple, peeled and cored
2 limes, zested and juiced (zest reserved for whipping cream)
2 tablespoons coconut rum
1 tablespoon dark agave syrup
Pinch kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon dark agave syrup
Reserved lime zest
8 to 10 mint leaves
Dark agave syrup, for drizzling

Steps:

  • For the pineapple: Slice the pineapple into 1-inch rounds and place in a large bowl.
  • Mix together the lime juice, coconut rum, agave syrup and salt in a small bowl. Add the marinade to the pineapple and gently toss to coat. Cover and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  • When ready, preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush the grill with the olive oil and grill the pineapple for about 3 minutes per side; there should be noticeable grill marks, but it should still be firm in texture. Remove to a serving platter.
  • For the whipped cream: Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, add the cream, agave syrup and the reserved lime zest. Whip until stiff peaks form, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • To serve: Top the grilled pineapple with generous mounds of the whipped cream, scatter over mint leaves and drizzle with agave syrup.

GRILLED PINEAPPLE CHIMICHURRI CHICKEN



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I put a Hawaiian twist to classic chimichurri thanks to pineapple and macadamia nuts. For a spicier version, substitute red serrano pepper for the bell pepper. -Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 small sweet red pepper, stemmed and seeded
2 slices fresh pineapple (1/2-inch)
2/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2/3 cup parsley sprigs (stems removed)
4 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup island teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
Hot cooked couscous, optional
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place pepper and pineapple on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes per side., For chimichurri, place cilantro, parsley and lime juice in a food processor; pulse until herbs are finely chopped. Continue processing while slowly adding oil. Chop grilled pepper and pineapple; stir into herb mixture., Mix teriyaki sauce and ginger. Place chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Brush with some of the teriyaki mixture during the last 4 minutes., Brush chicken with remaining teriyaki mixture before serving. If desired, serve with couscous. Top with chimichurri, green onions and macadamia nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 686mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA



Grilled Pineapple Salsa image

Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Fruit     Vegetarian     Cinco de Mayo     Backyard BBQ     Tropical Fruit     Pineapple     Grill/Barbecue     Vegan     Party     Cilantro     Chile Pepper

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 ripe but firm pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 serrano chile, stemmed, seeded, and diced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Pinch of sugar, or to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Grill the pineapple slices for 2 minutes per side, or until tender and grill-marked. Transfer the slices to a cutting board and chop them. Put the chopped pineapple in a medium bowl and stir in the cilantro, serrano chile, and lime juice. Season the salsa to taste with sugar, salt, and pepper. Serve warm.

GRILLED CHIPOTLE SALMON WITH PINEAPPLE CILANTRO RICE



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The zip of the chipotle is cooled by the ginger sauce and pineapple rice. Make this as hot as you would like by leaving the seeds in the peppers or removing them for less heat.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 24

4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
1 medium sweet onion, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 -2 canned chipotle chile in adobo, finely minced
3 tablespoons adobo sauce, from the can of chipotle peppers in adobo seasoning
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, pressed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup dry white wine or 1 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons key lime juice
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 scallion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup sweet onion, diced
1 cup basmati rice
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
3/4 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients for the marinade, reserving 3 tablespoons. Pour the marinade over the salmon, place in refrigerator and allow to marinade for 1 hour.
  • Approximately 10 to 15 minutes before placing the salmon on the grill, began preparing the rice by heating the 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan. Stir in chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes; add rice and sauté an additional minute.
  • Add pineapple, pineapple juice, water, and salt; bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with fork and stir in chopped cilantro.
  • Place salmon over medium heat on gas grill or over charcoal, cook until fish flakes easily, turning once; approximately 10 to 12 minutes total.
  • While salmon is cooking, prepare the sauce by bringing to a boil the white wine, sugar, ginger and lime juice. Reduce to 3/4 cup; this should take about 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Brush the sliced onions with the reserved marinade and grill until done, turning as needed.
  • Mix cornstarch with a small amount of water until smooth, whisk into wine along with butter. Cook 1 minute or until thick, add scallion and keep warm.
  • To serve, divide rice onto 4 serving plates, top with cooked fish, spoon sauce over and top with grilled onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 702.9, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 1041.1, Carbohydrate 74.7, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 32, Protein 38.3

GRILLED TILAPIA WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



Grilled Tilapia with Pineapple Salsa image

Years ago I found a grilled tilapia recipe in a seafood cookbook. The pineapple salsa with cilantro has a touch of spice and goes so well with the flaky, tender fish. -Beth Fleming, Downers Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings (2 cups salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
4 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons lime juice, divided
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
Dash cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • For salsa, in a small bowl, combine pineapple, green onions, green pepper, cilantro, 4 teaspoons lime juice, 1/8 teaspoon salt and cayenne. Refrigerate until serving., Mix oil and remaining lime juice; drizzle over fillets. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt., Grill fish, covered, on an oiled rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pineapples with vibrant yellow color and fragrant smell.
  • Cut the pineapple into thick slices or wedges, removing the core.
  • Marinate the pineapple slices in a mixture of lime juice, honey, and spices for extra flavor.
  • Grill the pineapple slices on medium heat until caramelized and slightly charred, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Serve the grilled pineapple immediately with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a drizzle of lime juice.
  • For a savory twist, grill the pineapple slices with a mixture of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
  • Pair the grilled pineapple with grilled meats, fish, or tofu for a delicious and healthy meal.

Conclusion:

Grilled pineapple with cilantro is a simple yet flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even dessert. The natural sweetness of the pineapple pairs perfectly with the tangy lime juice and the freshness of the cilantro. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, grilled pineapple with cilantro is sure to impress. So fire up your grill and give this recipe a try today!

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