If you’re someone who likes to be adventurous with your food, then get excited—we’re bringing you six food combinations that sound like they shouldn’t work but absolutely do. And we’ll touch on what aspects of these foods make them such a good pair.
Pineapple and Pizza
Okay, so this is low-hanging fruit (literally) and a very contentious topic on the internet. Some people are extremely pro-pineapple, while those against are equally as vocal. But in reality, the pairing makes a lot of sense: the sweetness of pineapple complements the savory flavors of cheese and tomato sauce. We’d even argue that pineapple isn’t the only candidate for fruit that belongs on pizza, but are people ready for that conversation? We’ll wait for the dust to settle on this one first, maybe.
Chili and Chocolate
Chili and chocolate are good buddies dating back centuries. The heat from the chili peppers enhances the richness of chocolate, while the chocolate balances out the heat with a touch of sweet. It’s a symbiotic relationship responsible for making delicious sauces like mole. So the next time you see a chili recipe call for chocolate, keep an open mind and give it a whirl!
Strawberries and Balsamic Vinegar
Berries and balsamic are always a delicious combination, but strawberries are easily the best choice if you’re going to eat the two together. That’s because they’re sweeter than the other options in the berry family. Eating them together tempers some of that acidic bite from the vinegar while actually enhancing that signature sweet strawberry taste. Just remember to use a high-quality dressing vinegar for best results and start with a small amount; using any random balsamic vinegar will likely be a bit more abrasive on the palate.
Chocolate and Avocado
Welcome back, chocolate! It turns out that this ingredient is surprisingly versatile with some unexpected things—like avocado. It’s even the perfect start to a vegan and relatively healthy indulgence if you combine them to make a chocolate mousse. The natural fats in avocado lend a silky texture to chocolate mousse, making it a guilt-free treat with some excellent health benefits.
Peanut Butter and Pickles
Peanut butter and pickles is another common combination you hear people talking about, but it feels like fewer people try it compared to pineapple and pizza. And it works thanks to The creamy, nutty flavor of peanut butter contrasting with the tangy crunch that pickles bring to the party. Seriously, try tossing a few bread and butter pickles on your next peanut butter sandwich and see what your taste buds think.
Watermelon and Feta
You might have seen these salads on menus before but aren’t sure what to make of the combination. Much like strawberries and vinegar, the tang from the feta matches well with the juicy sweetness of watermelon. You can eat these two things by themselves or invite a few guests like arugula and toasted pistachios to create the perfect summer bite. Finish it with some nice balsamic to bring out both the sweetness and the tanginess and you have a restaurant-ready salad sure to excite your palate.
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