Gluten Free Tropical Rice
Transport your taste buds to paradise with Gluten-Free Tropical Rice, a vibrant, island-inspired dish brimming with exotic flavors and wholesome ingredients. This recipe combines fragrant jasmine rice infused with creamy coconut milk, tangy lime zest, juicy fresh pineapple, and a sprinkle of toasted shredded coconut for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. A touch of honey or sugar enhances the natural sweetness, while fresh cilantro and optional scallions add a pop of color and herbaceous notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free side dish doubles as a crowd-pleasing main course and pairs beautifully with grilled seafood or your favorite tropical-inspired proteins. Perfect for gluten-sensitive eaters or anyone craving a taste of the tropics, this dish is both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Jasmine rice
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Sugar or honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 1 stalk Scallions (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan, stir, and reduce the heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
While the rice cooks, prepare the pineapple. Cut fresh pineapple into bite-sized chunks and set them aside.
Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Be careful not to let it burn. Set aside for garnish.
Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then, fluff it with a fork.
Stir the lime zest, lime juice, sugar or honey, and the chunks of pineapple into the rice. Mix until evenly distributed.
Transfer the tropical rice to a serving dish. Garnish with the toasted shredded coconut, freshly chopped cilantro, and thinly sliced scallions, if using.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a gluten-free side or main dish. Enjoy your tropical culinary voyage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1254 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.9 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 910 mg | 19% | |
*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.
