21 Beautiful Dishes Served in “Pineapple Bowls” Put a Tropical Twist on Summer Cooking

Pineapple Bowl Recipes

If you've been searching for ways to add a tropical touch and sweet kick to your summer cooking, look no further than the season's tastiest trend: the pineapple bowl.

Crafted from carved-out pineapples, this unique form of tropical tableware turns ordinary meals into works of art. By simply cutting a pineapple in half, scooping out the flesh, and flattening its underside, the yummy fruit is instantly transformed into an edible bowl. Once hollowed out, the pineapple can be filled with a number of foods, ranging from sweet treats to savory dishes.

Cutting Pineapple Bowl

Photo: Snapguide

Culinary artists far and wide have adopted this creative food hack, and they're filling their pineapple bowls with mouthwatering collection of recipes that put a tangy twist on everyday dishes. This includes meals throughout the day and for different occasions—from trendy breakfast bowls and savory single servings to summer-ready party platters.

Scroll down to see the creative ways people are using pineapple bowls, and click through for each delicious recipe. Bon appétit!

Breakfast Bowls

Pineapple Banana Smoothie

Blackberry Almond

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Coconut and Pineapple Quinoa

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Breakfast Bowls

Recipe: Emily Kyle (Photo: Emily Kyle)

“Rise and Shine” Smoothie

“Berry Tropical” Smoothie

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Breakfast Bowls

Recipe: Healthline (Photo: Healthline)

Dragon Fruit “Unicorn” Smoothie

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Breakfast Bowls

Recipe: Healthline (Photo: Healthline)

Savory Single Servings

Teriyaki Chicken and Rice

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Dinner

Recipe: Ambs Loves Food (Photo: Ambs Loves Food)

Honey Sriracha Chicken and Rice

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Dinner

Recipe: Divas Can Cook (Photo: Divas Can Cook)

Slow-Cooker Jerk Pork

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Dinner

Recipe: how sweet it is (Photo: how sweet it is)

Spicy Grilled Chicken

Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Dinner

Recipe: skinnytaste (Photo: skinnytaste)

Thai Pineapple Fried Rice

Pineapple Fried Quinoa

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Dinner

Recipe: Happy Life (Photo: Happy Life)

Perfect Party Platters

Pineapple Pico Salsa

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: Tone It Up (Photo: Tone It Up)

“Holy Pineapple Guacamole”

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: Health (Photo: Health)

Pineapple Salsa Verde

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: Horses & Heels (Photo: Horses & Heels)

Hawaiian Pizza Dip

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: Foodbeast (Photo: Foodbeast)

Fruit Salad

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: XOXO Bella (Photo: XOXO Bella)

Mousse

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: Delish (Photo: Lindsay Funston)

Sorbet

Pineapple Bowl Recipes Party Platter

Recipe: The Style Files (Photo: The Style Files)

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Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou was a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
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