Note the Color: A ripe pineapple will have a golden-yellow hue. If the color is mostly green, it’s likely underripe. Tug the Leaves : Gently tug on one of the leaves from the crown.

person holding a pineapple at the grocery store - Twenty47studio/Getty Images Knowing how to choose a ripe pineapple before cutting it open can save you from disappointment. A perfectly ripe ...