Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Skewers with Cilantro Lime Glaze
Grilled fruit skewers coated in a vibrant cilantro lime glaze, offering a refreshing, naturally sweet side dish that captures Tiki bar elegance. This international-inspired vegetarian (vegan) ready in about 23 minutes pairs pineapple, mango, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 (peeled, cored, 1-inch chunks) pineapple
- 2 (peeled, pitted, 1-inch chunks) mango
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup (finely chopped) cilantro
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- pinch salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Thread pineapple and mango chunks alternately onto soaked wooden skewers (soaked 30 minutes in water).
- Step 2: Whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt until emulsified.
- Step 3: Brush half the glaze over fruit skewers and grill over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until edges are caramelized and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Brush remaining glaze over skewers and serve immediately while warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Skewers with Cilantro Lime Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Skewers with Cilantro Lime Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pineapple from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Skewers with Cilantro Lime Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Skewers with Cilantro Lime Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Skewers with Cilantro Lime Glaze vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 8-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
