Grill pineapple to give it a charred touch before tossing it with basil and cucumber.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cored pineapple, cut into 1/3-inch-thick half- or quarter-moons
• 1 small cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced on the bias
• 1/2 cup basil leaves (torn if large)
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
• Freshly ground pepper

Preparation

1. Heat grill to high. Grill pineapple until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes per side.
2. Let cool.
3. Toss with cucumber, basil, olive oil, and salt. Sprinkle with pepper.