Vegan Caribbean Pineapple Rice

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant Vegan Caribbean Pineapple Rice, a perfect fusion of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors. This plant-based dish combines fluffy jasmine rice cooked in creamy coconut milk with juicy pineapple chunks, sautéed red bell peppers, and a touch of fresh ginger for a zesty kick. Finished with soy sauce, lime juice, and fresh cilantro, every bite is a celebration of Caribbean-inspired cuisine. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan recipe is as easy to make as it is delightful to eat, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish for your next gathering. Whether you're embracing vegan cooking or simply exploring global flavors, this recipe is sure to brighten any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Long-grain jasmine rice
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 cup Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, and water. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, prepare the other ingredients. Dice the red bell pepper and chop the green onions and cilantro. Mince the garlic and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften.

Step 7

Stir in the pineapple chunks, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to allow them to caramelize slightly.

Step 8

Add the cooked rice to the skillet along with the soy sauce, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together to combine the flavors evenly.

Step 9

Fold in the chopped green onions and fresh cilantro, stirring gently to incorporate.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1444.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	997.0

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3582.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 46.7g
Protein 16.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 189.3mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1230.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 66.8%