31 Days of World Flavors: Day 30

At the moment is day 30 of Nationwide Vitamin Month and my collection of “31 Days of World Flavors.” All through the month I’ve been highlighting dietitians and the worldwide meals and flavors they love. At the moment is the day to rejoice pineapple.

Pineapple

For hundreds of years, the pineapple was used to represent hospitality. Christopher Columbus launched the fruit, which is native to Central and South America, to Europe after he found them within the Caribbean. At the moment, Hawaii is the main producer of pineapple.

Picture courtesy of Ashley Lima

I like utilizing pineapple in a wide range of dishes so as to add a sweet-tart taste.  You possibly can take pleasure in it slices or cubed, or you’ll be able to add it to candy or savory dishes. Listed below are a number of of my favourite methods to make use of pineapple within the kitchen:

—Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND of Toby Amidor Vitamin, PC