Eating pineapple helps you stay healthy, as it supplies your body with antioxidants, aids digestion, and even reduces the risk of cancer. However, many people opt away from this fruit because they don’t know what to do with it. If you want to incorporate more pineapple into your diet, use this guide to learn how to cut and enjoy it.

How to Cut It

Put the fruit on its side to keep a steady grip on it while working. Use a sharpened chef’s knife or serrated blade to cut off each end. Once the bottom is removed, stand the fruit upright to trim away the skin. Next, divide the fruit lengthwise and cut the two halves into multiple slices. Use the knife to shave the core from each piece. Lastly, dice the strips into smaller, triangular-shaped portions or bite-size pieces.

How to Prepare It

Grilled pineapple is often served as an accompaniment to ham and pork ribs. The fruit complements the meat’s natural sweetness and elevates the flavor profile of tangy pork marinades. Place large pineapple chunks or slices on an oiled grill. The fruit should cook on each side for a few minutes until the color is a warm brown and char marks appear.

Baked pineapple with vanilla ice cream is a tasty and unique dessert. To make this treat, cube the fruit and put it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; place it in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until it’s golden brown. When plating, sprinkle the ice cream with sweet cinnamon sugar to complement the fruit’s tartness and tie everything together.

If you want to enjoy juicy pineapple at home, turn to Dole/Tropical Fruits Distributors of Hawaii in Honolulu. These suppliers grow the fruit in nutrient-rich volcanic soil to produce their signature sweet flavor without a lot of acids. Shop their selection online, or call (808) 847-3234 to place an order.