Pineapple and basil are two ingredients that may seem like an unlikely pair, but when combined, they create a flavor explosion that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The sweet and tangy flavor of pineapple pairs perfectly with the fresh and herbaceous flavor of basil, creating a dish that is both refreshing and flavorful. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a unique main course, there's a pineapple and basil recipe out there for you.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
PINEAPPLE AND BASIL SORBET
I had an ice pop with this combination at the Pecan Street Festival in Austin, Texas, and thought it was the most amazing flavor! I recreated the recipe at home--who knew basil paired so well with pineapple?! An alternative is after blending everything, pour into ice pop molds and enjoy!
Provided by Ckandi007
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Pineapple Dessert Recipes
Time 9h20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Blend the pineapple, sugar, pineapple juice, and basil in a blender until smooth; chill in refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Place mixture in an ice cream maker and mix according to manufacturer's instructions; pour into an airtight container, and freeze 8 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
PINEAPPLE, BASIL, AND CUCUMBER
Grill pineapple to give it a charred touch before tossing it with basil and cucumber.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat grill to high. Grill pineapple until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes per side. Let cool. Toss with cucumber, basil, olive oil, and salt. Sprinkle with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 141 g
GRILLED PINEAPPLE WITH BASIL
Nice as dessert or as a breakfast/lunch dish. Make sure that the pineapple is ripe. Best eaten warm, but can also be served cold.
Provided by Is This Really Nece
Categories Breakfast
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Clean the pineapple and cut it lengthwise in slices of circa 1 cm.
- Grill the slices until golden brown.
- Whip the mascarpone with the honey and lemon juice.
- Cut the basil into thin ribbons and mix with the icing sugar.
- DIstribute the pineapple over four plates, and garnish with the mascarpone mixture and the sugar/basil mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.6, Fat 0.3, Sodium 2.5, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 21.4, Protein 1.3
PINEAPPLE WITH BASIL
Steps:
- Peel and core pineapple. Cut pineapple decoratively into bite-size pieces. In a large bowl gently toss pineapple with sugar, lemon juice, and chopped basil. Serve pineapple garnished with basil sprigs. each serving about 61 calories and 1.5 grams fat
CHEAT'S PINEAPPLE, THAI BASIL & GINGER SORBET
An easy blended sorbet with vibrant Thai basil and spicy ginger. Try serving with a drizzle of vodka or white rum
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dessert
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- A couple of days before eating, tip everything into a blender or smoothie maker with 200ml water and blitz until very smooth. Pour into a freezable container and freeze overnight until solid.
- A few hours before serving, remove from the freezer and allow to defrost slightly so it slides out of the container in a block. Chop the block into ice cube-sized chunks and blitz in the blender or smoothie maker again until you have a thick, slushy purée. Tip back into the container and refreeze for 1 hr or until it can be scooped out.
- To serve, scoop the sorbet into chilled bowls or glasses and top with extra basil. If you want you can drizzle with something a little more potent, such as vodka or white rum.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 33 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein
PINEAPPLE-BASIL SMOOTHIE
This smoothie will make your taste buds think you are sitting somewhere on a Caribbean beach zipping the day away! So tasty and refreshing.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Drinks Recipes Smoothie Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place water, pineapple, basil, lime juice, and stevia in a blender cup in the order listed. Blend until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 5.7 mg, Sugar 16.5 g
SEARED SCALLOPS WITH BASIL RISOTTO
There's just something about the caramelized crust and meaty interior of scallops that makes them the perfect protein. They also have a naturally delicate flavor, so it's important to let them shine with a simple seasoning of salt and pepper. However, that means whatever scallops are served with has to take the lead with big, bold taste. Cue basil-pineapple risotto! Once you make risotto with pineapple juice, you'll be hard pressed to go without it ever again. If you're looking to wow guests with a meal they'd be likely to find in a five-star restaurant, then this is your dish.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Categories Summer Risotto Rice Pineapple Basil Scallop Seafood Pescatarian Dinner Soy Free Tree Nut Free Peanut Free Parmesan
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the pineapple juice and broth in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover with a lid and remove from the heat.
- Heat the butter in a large saucepan set over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
- Add a ladle of the hot juice mixture to the saucepan and cook, stirring, until the liquid is fully absorbed. Continue adding the hot liquid to the saucepan, one ladle at a time and stirring intermittently, until the rice is no longer crunchy, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, then turn off the heat and stir in the basil. Set aside, covered, while you cook the scallops.
- Pat the scallops dry, then season with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a medium skillet set over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add half the scallops and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes. Flip the scallops once, then tilt the skillet and baste them with the oil. Continue cooking the scallops an additional 1 minute, until no longer translucent. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining scallops, adding more oil as needed.
- Divide the risotto among serving plates and top with the scallops.
- Garnish with microgreens and serve.
PINEAPPLE-BASIL SMOOTHIE
I'm not sure that I would order this just based on the name. But believe me, you'll be pleased by this herbal concoction. Pineapple has so much sweetness and flavor on its own, and it marries well with the peppery, anisy basil. Very little else is required (no banana in this smoothie). I like to use kefir, but yogurt will work too. Pistachios and chia seeds bulk up the drink nicely, and the pistachios contribute to the pale green color.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, lunch, shakes and smoothies
Time 2m
Yield 1 generous serving
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend at high speed for 1 minute, or until smooth. Serve.
GRILLED PINEAPPLE WITH BASIL AND MINT
My favorite thing thing to make on the grill is pineapple. Grilling fresh pineapple brings out the sweetness of it. This recipe really takes it up to another level in flavors. It is fancy enough for guest and easy enough to make anytime. I like it with spiced rum too.
Provided by LilPinkieJ
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the tops off the pineapples and set aside some of the leaves for garnishing later. Carefully peel of the skin with a serrated knife and cut off the bottoms. Slice into 4, 1 inch thick circles, then with an apple corer, remove the core of each round of pineapple.
- Together place the brown sugar, butter, mint, basil into a small saucepan and melt together. Bring to the boil for 1-3 minutes or until syrupy then set aside.
- Heat a griddle until it gets so hot it begins to smoke. With a pastry brush, brush a thin layer of the sauce onto each piece of pineapple and griddle in 2 batches for 4-5 mins on each side or until the pineapple rings are slightly charred.
- Serve 2 rings per person with a drizzle of the hot sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, sweet pineapple for the best flavor.
- Use fresh basil for the most aromatic results.
- If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or rice vinegar.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar to suit your taste.
- Serve the pineapple with basil as an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.
Conclusion:
Pineapple with basil is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pineapple, aromatic basil, and tangy balsamic vinegar is sure to please everyone. This dish is also very easy to make, so it's a great option for busy weeknights. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, side dish, or dessert, pineapple with basil is sure to be a hit.
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