In this tutorial, I will show you how to grill pineapple slices perfectly so you can make your favorite foods even more delicious. These tangy pineapple slices are marinated in ginger, honey, and orange juice, making them the perfect sweet addition to your barbecue as a side or topping.
Grilled pineapple slices add a juicy, smoky, tropical twist to many dishes or they can be eaten on their own as a summer snack. I even use them to make this grilled pineapple juice!
They taste amazing on top of my pulled pork barbecue sandwiches or diced up into these halibut fish tacos.The tanginess of the pineapple contrasts beautifully with the savory flavor of perfectly cooked barbecued meat.
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Ingredients
- pineapple slices - You can find pre-sliced pineapple or buy a large pineapple and skin, core and slice it yourself.
- orange juice - I like to use freshly squeezed or frozen from concentrate without added sugar.
- honey - Liquid honey can be substituted with agave nectar for a vegan option or even brown sugar.
- ginger - For some kick.
*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.
Instructions
Step 1. Prepare marinade. Whisk the orange juice, honey and ginger together in a small bowl.
Step 2. Marinate the pineapple. Place the pineapple slices inside a resealable bag, and pour the marinade inside. Seal the bag and let it sit to marinate for at least 2 hours (so that the pineapple really absorbs the juice).
Step 3. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
Gas grill: Heat grill to medium. Turn off half of the burners for an indirect and direct heat source.
Charcoal: Heat the coals of the grill and place them on one side of the barbecue, to have a zone of direct heat and another of indirect heat in order to have an area to keep the pineapple warm after grilling.
Step 4. Add slices to grill. Place the pineapple slices on the direct heat side of the grill. Cook them until you see grill marks on the bottom (it will take around 10 minutes).
Step 5. Brush with marinade. Halfway through cooking, you can brush the pineapple slices with the leftover marinade.
Step 6. Flip and grill the other side. Flip them over with tongs and grill for another 10 minutes, or until they are softened and have grill marks on both sides.
Step 7. Remove from grill. Remove from the grill and serve!
Chef's Note: Over the direct heat, you will get the beautiful marks of the grill. If you want to keep them warm until serving time, you can place them over the indirect heat side of the grill.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve the pineapple slices as a snack on their own.
- Chop them up and add them on top of ice cream (like my banana nice cream) or other desserts.
- Add chopped grilled pineapple to a fruit salad.
- Serve them as a side for grilled proteins like burgers, ribs, steak and meats marinated with jerk sauce like chicken or these jerk pork tenderloin kebabs.
- You can also add them to tacos, sandwiches and burgers.
- Although they taste great just the way they are, sometimes I like to add a little red or green tomatillo hot sauce to give the pineapple an extra kick of flavor.
Tips
- Prepping the pineapple. Use a pineapple corer to peel, core and slice your pineapple quickly and easily!
- Slice size. If you're using the slices to add to sandwiches and burgers, try to keep your slices on the thinner side so they don't elevate the height of your sandwich too much.
- Marinade. You can always switch up the marinade to suit your tastes or try something new. Try the marinade I use for my grilled mango here.
Grilled Pineapple FAQs
I like to skin and core the pineapple and then cut it into ¼" to ½" slices. The slices are large enough that they won't fall through the grates and they're easy to flip. You can always cut them into smaller pieces later if needed.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days.
Pineapple tastes great fresh, but it's even better grilled. As it cooks on the grill, it becomes caramelized, smoky and even sweeter. Grilling just makes it taste amazing!
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How to Grill Pineapple Slices
Ingredients
- 10 pineapple slices - or 1 large pineapple peeled, cored and sliced
- 1 cup orange juice - no sugar added
- ½ cup liquid honey - can substitute with agave nectar or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ginger - grated
Instructions
- Whisk the orange juice, honey and ginger together in a small bowl.
- Place the pineapple slices inside a resealable bag, and pour the marinade inside. Seal the bag and let it sit to marinate for at least 2 hours (so that the pineapple really absorbs the juice).
- Heat the grill to medium heat, leaving one side off for indirect heat. Place the pineapple slices on the direct heat side of the grill. Cook them until you see grill marks on the bottom (it will take around 10 minutes).
- Flip them over, brush with the marinade and grill for another 10 minutes, or until they are softened and have grill marks on both sides.
- They can be kept warm on the indirect heat side of the grill until serving time. Serve and enjoy!
Equipment
Notes
- Gas grill: Heat grill to medium. Turn off half of the burners for an indirect and direct heat source.
- Charcoal: Heat the coals of the grill and place them on one side of the barbecue, to have a zone of direct heat and another of indirect heat in order to have an area to keep the pineapple warm after grilling.
- Prepping the pineapple. Use a pineapple corer to peel, core and slice your pineapple quickly and easily!
- Slice size. If you're using the slices to add to sandwiches and burgers, try to keep your slices on the thinner side so they don't elevate the height of your sandwich too much.
- Serving: Serve the pineapple slices as a snack on their own, on top of ice cream or as a side for grilled proteins like burgers, ribs, steak and kebabs. You can also add them to sandwiches, tacos and burgers.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.
Terri says
I am totally trying this the next time I make pulled pork! I always just slapped 'em on the grill. This is a great idea!
Joss D says
Thank you Terri, it takes them to the next level, delish! 🙂
Marieke says
Oooo I have never put ginger on my grille pineapple - such a great idea!!
Joss D says
Thank you Marieke! It's a great combination. 🙂
Sabrina says
Great tips, I really love this healthy and tasty marinade. Thanks so much!
Joss D says
Thanks for the comment Sabrina, glad you love it!
Melanie @ Bon Appét'Eat says
I like the twist with the ginger! A perfect summer dessert on the grill!
Joss D says
Thanks Melanie!
Bernice Hill says
These are some seriously hyped up pineapple rings...love them grilled, they are delicious! I could eat a whole pineapple grilled.
Joss D says
Agreed! 🙂 lol
Leanne @ Crumb Top Baking says
I can't believe I have never grilled pineapple slices before! I'm loving the idea of them on pulled pork sandwiches or turkey burgers! Thanks for the helpful step by step Joss!
Joss D says
Then you must try 🙂 haha. Yes they liven up burgers or even steak, so good!
Colleen says
Yum! We love grilling fruit, and your marinade sounds delicious.
Joss D says
Thank you Colleen! I can't get enough of grilling at this time of year, and these grilled pineapple slices really brighten up the meal.
Ayngelina says
I love the addition to ginger in this recipe, I'm going to try it!
Joss D says
Thank you Ayngelina, enjoy!!