Now that we've got our color criteria down, it's time to get a little more hands-on with the squeeze test. Gently squeeze the pineapple: if it's slightly soft to the touch, it's ready to eat! Be careful not to squeeze too hard, though - you don't want to end up with a bruised pineapple (or fingers) on your hands.
But wait, there's more! The leaves of the pineapple can also give you a hint about its ripeness. A ripe pineapple will have dark green, waxy leaves that are slightly curved. And, fun fact: if you twist one of the leaves and it comes off easily, that's a good sign too! So, take a closer look at those leaves and see what they're telling you.
