Pineapples
Today is International Pineapple Day ! 🍍
Pineapples are 86% water, meaning 100g of pineapple is only 50kcals, making it a healthy snack option. Pineapples are also rich in manganese and vitamin C.
Fun Pineapple Facts
- Pineapples can reduce inflammation and prevent the development of blood clots.
- Pineapples were such a status symbol in 18th century England that you could rent one for the evening to take to a party.
- In Hawaiian, pineapple is called “Hala kahiki”.
- Despite the name ‘pineapple’, the fruit is neither a pine nor an apple.
- Pineapples take about 18-20 months to become ready to harvest.
- The Hawaiian pizza was first created in Canada in 1962 by a Greek immigrant called Sam Panopoulos.
- In 2017, the UK imported more than 168,000 tonnes of pineapples.
Did you know you can pull apart the individual fruit from a ripe Pineapple?
Belly Pork & Pineapple Burritos
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 3 hrs 40 mins
Serves 4
The combination of pork and pineapple works so well. Try it here with a touch of chipotle for a Mexican feel, served in tortillas, for a casual get-together.
Recipe Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
Fish Curry in Pineapple and Coconut Sauce
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 1 hr
Serves 4
Check out this vibrant fish curry with juicy pineapple. This easy curry dish is packed with plenty of flavours and under 500 calories per serving – a great midweek meal for four.
Recipe Source: Olive Magazine, find the recipe here
Pina Colada Cheesecake
Prep time: 40 mins
Cook time: 1 hr 30 mins
Serves 12
This cheesecake is a pure delight that will transport you to the tropics in no time! A rich, creamy cheesecake filling, infused with cream of coconut and pineapple chunks make this dessert extra special. Just use your fresh pineapple instead of tinned!
Recipe Source: A Classic Twist, find the recipe here
Dole Whip
Prep time: 5 mins
Chill time: 30 mins
Serves 2
This can easily be made at home using a few simple ingredients.
Recipe Source: Bellyfull, find the recipe here
Pina Colada
Prep time: 5 mins
Serves 1
A tropical blend of rich coconut cream, white rum and tangy pineapple – serve with an umbrella for kitsch appeal
Recipe Source: BBC Good Food, find the recipe here
Non-alcoholic Pineapple Mojito
Prep time: 10 mins
Serves 1
Cool, refreshing skinny pineapple mojito that is naturally sweetened and healthy. Non-alcoholic and loaded with flavours from fresh fruits.
Recipe Source: Watch What U Eat, find the recipe here