Grilled Pineapple & Avocado Suya Salad Cups
A vibrant African fusion appetizer combining smoky suya-spiced grilled pineapple with creamy avocado and a citrusy herb dressing. Served in crisp lettuce cups, this dish delivers a refreshing balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors—perfect for light starters or party bites.
🛒Ingredients
- 12 cups fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
- 21 teaspoon suya spice mix
- 31 tablespoon olive oil
- 42 ripe avocados, diced
- 51/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 61/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly crushed
- 71 tablespoon lime juice
- 81 teaspoon honey
- 92 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 101 small red chili, thinly sliced
- 118 large butter lettuce leaves
- 12Salt to taste
👨🍳Instructions
Toss the pineapple chunks with olive oil and suya spice mix until evenly coated.
💡Tip: Do not over-season; pineapple should remain slightly sweet.
Grill the pineapple on a hot grill pan for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized grill marks appear.
💡Tip: Avoid overcooking to keep the pineapple juicy.
In a bowl, combine diced avocado, sliced red onion, and half of the chopped cilantro.
💡Tip: Gently mix to avoid mashing the avocado.
Prepare the dressing by whisking lime juice, honey, a pinch of salt, and a small drizzle of olive oil.
💡Tip: Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste.
Add the grilled pineapple to the avocado mixture, pour over the dressing, and gently toss to combine.
💡Tip: Mix lightly to keep ingredients intact.
Spoon the mixture into butter lettuce leaves and top with crushed peanuts, remaining cilantro, and sliced chili.
💡Tip: Use large, sturdy leaves to hold the filling.
Arrange on a platter and serve immediately as fresh appetizer cups.
💡Tip: Serve immediately for maximum freshness and crunch.
📊Nutritional Information
Approximately 220 calories per serving
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