Low Sodium Caribbean Pineapple Rice
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Caribbean Pineapple Rice! Perfectly cooked long-grain white rice is infused with rich coconut milk and gently spiced with warm allspice and ginger, creating a fragrant base. Sweet, caramelized pineapple chunks add a delightful tangy-sweet note, while a medley of red bell pepper, scallions, and fresh cilantro provides a colorful burst of freshness. This easy-to-make side dish is lightened up with minimal sodium, making it a heart-healthy choice that doesn't skimp on tropical flair. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an irresistibly sunny and savory complement to grilled seafood, jerk chicken, or enjoyed on its own with a squeeze of lime for an added zing. Perfect for weeknight dinners or bringing a Caribbean vibe to your next potluck!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple chunks
- 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons Scallions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps achieve fluffier rice.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk and water and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Add the rinsed rice to the simmering liquid, stir, and reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and cook for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the red bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the pineapple chunks, ground allspice, ground ginger, and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing the pineapple to become slightly caramelized.
Check the rice to ensure it's cooked; all the liquid should be absorbed. If necessary, let it steam, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, and then gently fold in the pineapple mixture and chopped scallions.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve the Caribbean Pineapple Rice with lime wedges for squeezing over the rice before enjoying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 783 mg | 17% | |
*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.
