Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice, a delightful plant-based dish that brings together sweet and savory elements for a satisfying meal. This recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with colorful vegetables, making it an excellent option for busy weeknights or meal prep. With fresh pineapple, nutritious brown rice, and a tasty tamari sauce, this gluten-free dish is perfect for everyone, from families to solo diners. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with your favorite protein for added nourishment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups cooked brown rice (chilled)
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3/4 cup green peas (thawed)
- 1 cup purple cabbage (shredded)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp tamari
- 1.5 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, hot sauce, and ginger. Set aside.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Stir-fry pineapple until caramelized; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté bell pepper and onion until just tender; remove.
- Stir-fry cabbage for about one minute before adding minced garlic until fragrant.
- Incorporate chilled rice and green peas into the skillet along with the sauce; mix well.
- Fold in reserved vegetables and serve topped with cilantro and lime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg