Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Vegan Pineapple Fried Rice, a quick and satisfying meal that combines the sweetness of pineapple with colorful veggies. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a nutritious dish that’s both gluten-free and packed with flavor. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can savor each bite of this hearty fried rice, making it an ideal option for family dinners or gatherings. The delightful mix of textures and tastes ensures you’ll want to make this dish again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 cups cooked and chilled brown rice
- 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
- Optional: hot sauce or red chili flakes, ground ginger
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, hot sauce, and ginger. Set aside.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry pineapple until caramelized, then transfer to a bowl.
- Sauté red bell pepper and onion in the same skillet until softened.
- Add purple cabbage; stir until slightly wilted. Then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Incorporate chilled brown rice and green peas into the skillet; pour in the prepared sauce and mix well.
- Top with fresh cilantro and sliced scallions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Vegan/Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg