Description
Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice is a delightful and vibrant dish that marries the sweetness of pineapple with savory stir-fried vegetables. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this healthy, gluten-free meal that’s ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this dish is customizable based on your favorite ingredients, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Perfect for meal prep, it holds up well in the fridge, ensuring delicious leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups brown rice (cooked and chilled)
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3/4 cup green peas (frozen & thawed)
- 1 cup purple cabbage (shredded)
- 1/2 red onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp tamari
- 1.5 tbsp maple syrup
- Optional: hot sauce or red chili flakes
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, hot sauce, and ginger to create the stir-fry sauce.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat and sauté pineapple chunks until caramelized; set aside.
- Stir-fry bell pepper and onion until slightly colored; remove from skillet.
- Add shredded cabbage to skillet and wilt for about one minute before adding minced garlic.
- Incorporate chilled brown rice and peas into the skillet; pour in the stir-fry sauce and mix.
- Gently fold in reserved vegetables, garnish with fresh herbs or lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg