Mock Pineapple

Transform your ordinary zucchini into a tropical treasure with this ingenious "Mock Pineapple" recipe! Perfect for creative home cooks, this dish combines diced zucchini, pineapple juice, sugar, and a splash of lemon juice, simmered to achieve the sweet, tangy flavor and juicy texture of fresh pineapple. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this budget-friendly and versatile recipe is great for using up garden zucchini while offering a delightful pineapple substitute in desserts, salads, or even as a refreshing snack. Ready in under an hour and packed with citrusy goodness, Mock Pineapple is a crafty and surprising culinary creation that adds a unique, tropical twist to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups (peeled, seeded, and diced) zucchini
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Peel the zucchini and cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, then dice the zucchini into small, pineapple chunk-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the zucchini, pineapple juice, sugar, and lemon juice.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The zucchini will absorb the flavors and take on the texture of pineapple.

Step 4

Once the zucchini has softened and looks translucent, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Transfer the mock pineapple to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to enhance the flavor.

Step 6

Use the mock pineapple as a substitute for canned pineapple in recipes or enjoy it as a refreshing snack. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1150 grams (1150.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1179

Total Fat 2.60g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6469mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 285.50g	104%
Dietary Fiber 5.50g	20%
Total Sugars 281.10g
Protein 6.90g	14%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132mg	10%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1736mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.0%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 95.7%