I have a great summer time side for you! Ever since Memorial Day when my mom asked me for side dish ideas for our BBQ I have kept my eye out for inspiration. My Black Bean Confetti Salad was born from that and now I have have another one – Coconut Rice with Pineapple and Cranberries
I am a sweet tooth girl all the way and this dish is a great sweet option to pair with something savory like Chicken & Apple Sausage or Chicken Kebobs!
Coconut Pineapple Rice Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown Jasmine rice (from TJ’s)
- 1.5 cups Silk coconut milk unsweetened
- dash salt
- 1/2 cup sweetened coconut shreds
- 3/4 cup pineapple chunks (in juice if you buy the canned)
- 1/2 cup cranberries
Directions: Combine rice, coconut milk and salt in a sauce pan and bring to a boil. Lower and simmer until rice is done and liquid is mostly absorbed (about 35 minutes for my rice). Fluff with fork.
Add coconut, pineapple and cranberries. Add a few Tb. of coconut milk if it gets too dry
Truthfully, I am obsessed with Silk almond milk so I was a little hesitant to try something new from their line. But, the coconut milk is good!
Silk actually has something like +26 different products in stores, but I always buy my favorite. Well, it’s time for you to try something new too!
Giveaway: Five RER Readers will receive a coupon for a free carton of Silk!
To Enter: Leave a comment on this with your vote:
Truth – Would you try something New or get your old favorite?
Contest open to all that would be able to use a Silk coupon. Closes 8/4/13 at 8am PST
Disclaimer: This post is part of my partnership with Silk. All opinions are my own.
Aqiyl Aniys says
Sorry I missed the giveaway. I would try something new an sometimes the become my old favorites.
Sarah BETH says
Tried and True….Silk Almond for the win
Ruthy says
I am an “old favorite” type … always. Waitresses roll their eyes at my fav restaurants.
Catie says
I’d totally get my favorite…Dark Chocolate Almond Milk. (Hello, luvah.) Except I love coconut and your recipe sounds right up my alley, so now I’m conflicted and confused and feel the need to purchase both. OOOH! I could mix them and I’d bet it would taste like an Almond Joy.
Pam says
all about trying new products
Leah says
I’d probably try their iced latte. I’m an iced coffee addict, but haven’t tried this brand yet!
Jennifer L says
try something new!
Katie D. says
Something new all the way! There are so many choices, that I try something different every time I buy non-dairy milk!
Presh says
I’m such a creature of habit bc I’m so picky so it’s hard for me to try something new so I usually always stick with my old friend of Silk Vanilla Almond milk though I’ve been itching to try the chocolate lol. Maybe I’ll get a chance if I win!!
Teresa says
I’d like to say that I would try something new, but usually always end up with the fav – almond. I use it in my morning smoothie – even my kids drink it now!
Sarah W says
I like the Vanilla Almond and would most likely stick with it!
Karen says
I would most likely stick with my usual-unsweetened original almond milk. I started buying the Silk brand of almond milk because it doesn’t contain Carrageenan.
Akemi says
Sure, why not?
Katie says
I’m always up for trying new things! I am obsessed with their almond milk I think the next type I try is the dark chocolate one!! Mmmm!
Wendy B. says
Try something new for sure.
kendra says
i would love to try the coconut milk. i love their almond.
Kim says
Try something new! Because you can always go back to your old favorite to reassure yourself why it is your favorite if you don’t like the new. And it’s nice to switch things up
Cassie @ Rural Running Redhead says
I’d stick with my old favorite unless someone convinces the stores around here to carry more than two of those 26 flavors…
Amy P. says
New! I’ve never had their coconut milk. I’d love to try it.
Christine says
I’d try something new! That’s how I find “old favorites” 🙂
Jessica B says
New, because I’ve never tried Silk. I’m allergic to soy milk and I thought that was all they made – now I know!
Amy says
I would definitely try something new 🙂
Kelsey says
I would love to try the coconut!
Kelly says
I’d love to try their almond milk!
Emily says
I’d stick with my old friend, almond!
Denise P. says
I have yet to try Silk’s Coconut milk, but I love other brands of it, so I’d stick with that. I did their Almond milk for quite a while first, but coconut milk is where its at!
Stacey Weaver says
Stick to the same! I am boring,..
Christina @ The Beautiful Balance says
I LOVE coconut rice and make it at least once a week in a sweet or savory variation. I am definitely adding pineapple to my next sweet batch after reading this 🙂
Katie says
I would stick to my favorite, vanilla unsweetened Almond milk.
Cassie says
I’ll probably stick with my favorite almond milk!
Elaine says
try something new
Andrea M says
I would totally try something new!
Missy says
I might actually try the coconut milk. I always get almond, maybe it’s time to shake it up a bit 🙂
Darci says
I usually always get the same thing, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but if I won I may have to try the coconut milk! No better time to try it than when it’s free!
Nicole says
I love trying new things, but sometimes can’t help but go to the old reliables 😉
Susan says
I mostly stay with what I know & am not very adventurous when it comes to food. But if it sounds intriguing, I’ll give it a whirl. This recipe sounds especially delicious.
Amy says
I love the unsweetened vanilla-but I would totally splurge on the coconut or chocolate!
tiffany says
i’d be up for trying something new…although i’m a big fan of their plain almond milk as well!
Laura E. says
I have to admit it…I’d always get my old favorite! Once I fall in love with something I can’t miss out on it by getting something else..haha
kristina says
Right now, today- I would choose my old favorite. 🙂
Jackie W says
I also ALWAYS get the silk almond milk…however, I think I’d branch out and try the coconut milk as well 🙂
Jana L. says
Something new!
Britt @ Fit Fit Britt Britt says
I would try the iced coffee!
Kelly says
I would get the vanilla almond milk! Love it in smoothies.
Rachel says
I would love to try something new! I’ve actually never tried coconut milk before, so this could be the perfect opportunity!
Natalie says
I tend to stick to the old unless I don’t have to buy the new. I hate spending money on something I’m not sure I will like!
Shannon in Tustin says
I’d definitely try something new! I’ve been using the unsweetened vanilla because I hate sparing the extra calories of the sweetened version. But I’m wanting to splurge on the chocolate for sure!
Nikki says
new!!!!! I hope I win!
Alexandra says
Ahh i’d love to say that I’d try something new but I know that when it comes down to a game time decision at the grocery store I’d probably grab my old faithful Chocolate Silk 🙂
Sarah B. says
I’m all about trying new things! We love Silk products in our house, as dear daughter has a milk protein allergy…
Wendy F says
I’d try something new !
Angela @ Honey, I Shrunk the Mom says
I would try something new!
Paige says
I usually stick to my silk milk light (original) and am hesitant to try the almond and coconut milks
Alyssa says
Since it’s a free carton, I would love to try the Coconut milk!
Jen says
Id probably stick with my fav- unsweetened vanilla almond or light vanilla soy!
Mandy @ The Running Herbivore says
I love their Almond Milk, but if I was getting something for free I would definitely try the coconut milk. If I don’t like it then I wouldnt feel as bad about giving it away or just not finishing it!
Heidi says
I’m always up for trying new foods 🙂
Elyse says
I would definitely try something new. How do you know if you are going to like something if you don’t try new things!
Amy says
I like to try new things but usually go back to my favorites
Heather F says
I would choose something new! I love the sound of their new coffee products!
ali says
always willing to try something new!
Brienne says
I would go for something new! I have been wanting to try their iced lattes! 🙂
Ashley says
I would try this recipe!
Aja Frost says
Sadly… probably get my old favorite. I’m a creature of habit!
Karin says
With a free coupon I would try something new! Although my store doesn’t have too many options 🙁
Deb says
I would try something new.
Kailin @ Logs and Thoughts says
Silk itself would be something new, so I’m willing to try it!
Amy says
I will try {most} anything once!
Nikki says
Old favorite
Heather says
Try something new! How the heck did you come up with this rice?! Sounds so yummy I never would have thought to mix pineapple and cranberries in…genius!
Megan says
Definitely something new! Coconut milk maybe? Bet it’s awesome in smoothies
Tina says
Try something new!
Jillian says
I would definitely try something new!
Hayley in Training says
We recently bought Silk Vanilla Soymilk on a whim and couldn’t believe how much it tasted like a milkshake. YUM! So, I’d try something new!
Ali says
I love the dark chocolate almond milk so I think I’d stick with that!
Sue says
New but I draw the line at eating insects etc though. LOL!
We call this rice “nasi lemak” over here and we use fresh coconut milk (santan) and boil/cook the rice in a rice cooker. I also add in thin strips of gingers and some screwpine leaves to enhance the flavour and smell.
Jasmine A. says
new! it could become another favorite
Kam says
Try something new!
Sheena says
I’m a sucker for sticking with what I know is good… Unless the new thing looks or smells amazing!
Heather says
normally i’d say stick with a fave… but if i were using a coupon probably try something new!
Kaitlin says
I’m all about trying something new. In fact I’ve already gravitated from normal milk to almond milk!
Sam says
I tend to stick to what I know is good! 🙂 I love both almond and coconut milk but usually I buy canned coco milk.
Kelly says
If they had smaller cartons of some of their lattes or other fun flavors I’d totally try something new. But since they are all big cartons I’m sticking to my favorite almond milk!
Amy says
I like to stick with the old (stuff I know I like)! I have this favorite Mexican restaurant in the town I grew up in- I’ve been going there since I was 5-6 years old, and I’ve only ever tried one thing! Why mess with greatness?
Teresa M. says
I’d love to try something new.
Katie says
I LOVE trying new things when it comes to food
Mave says
I’m pretty adventurous when it comes to the food I eat. Therefore, I would DEFINITELY try something new! I’d like to try the coconut milk you used in this recipe. It sounds good!
Annemarie/Carmie says
I would gladly try something new! I am obsessed with coconut but I’ve never tried coconut milk! Strange but true!
Casey says
Old favorite.. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!
Madeline says
I tend to try new things, but that doesn’t mean I still don’t do my old favorites 😉
Cellabella says
Try something new!
Emily says
I’d love to try something new!
Kayla says
Id try something new!
Ivy says
I’m willing to try new things, if I don’t like it there is alway my old favorites at least then I’ll know.
Jen says
I do both! I love to stick to my favorite (unsweetened almond milk), but I also love trying new things, like their dark chocolate almond milk I tried today. Delicious! NOT embarrassed to say that I always have at least three cartons of Silk in my fridge at all times…;-)
Jennifer says
I would love to try something new!
Nicole @crazyabouthealthy.com says
I would stick to my old fave – unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but I’d like to try the coconut milk!
Emy says
Recently I have been having to transition to a lactose free diet, so I would love a coupon to continue my exploration of all Silk has to offer 🙂
Angelina Allerton says
I would definitely try something new!! I am all about branching out and trying new flavors and products!! And I would love to try something new from Silk, they have amazing products!
Suzie says
New flavor!
Amanda says
Try something new – would love to try the coconut milk!
SuzanneU says
I tried the Coconut Flavored Milks from Silk and am now obsessed! Trying something new is muy bueno!
Erin says
I always buy the unsweetened vanilla almond milk — I’d definitely try something new with this, probably the coconut milk you’re raving about!
Michelle says
I’m addicted to almond milk, i’d probably keep with it!
erin m. says
I’d get my old favorite!
Lindsay says
Truth: If I had a free coupon… I would probably buy something new to try, that way, I’ll know to buy it in the future if I like it!
Caitlin F. says
99% of the time I go with the old favorite.
ColorUsHealthy says
New ALWAYS works for me. Learned that from my Mama I guess 😉
Lindsay h says
I’ve never tried Silk but I’ve been wanting to!
Katie R says
Something new! I’ve been wanting to add Silk to my smoothies to switch things up a bit 🙂
Jackie says
I’d try something new!
Lisa says
I would love to try something new!
Abby says
I would love to try something new like the Coconut Milk!
Laura says
I always go with my favorite unsweetened original almond milk but I would LOVE to venture out and try coconut!
Jessica says
I would try some chocolate soy milk!
liz @ sweat-happy.com says
I’d try something new- one of the latte drinks I’ve been seeing everywhere these days!
LeeAnn says
Yes, I would totally try something new. Oddly enough, I always used almond milk, but alas, one day the grocery store was out, so I tried coconut milk – LOVE! Now I switch back and forth, but I think coconut is my favorite.
Amy @ crazysweatymommy says
I’d probably try something new AND get my old favorite just in case!
Katie says
Hm… I’ll level with you. I will almost certainly use this coupon to buy chocolate silk, because it is my absolute favorite. I love the super chocolate flavor without the really heavy weight/tooth-covering of regular chocolate milk. I would buy that chocolate Silk and I would drink ALL OF IT. No shame.
Amy says
Trying new food is the best! Try it for sure!
Erin says
I would try something new and get the iced coffee! Sounds delicious!!
Sara Kolpek says
I would love to try all the new flavors they are coming out with!!!
Ashley W says
Try something new, I’ve been eyeing the coconut milk. Their iced lattes are amazing too though!
Jennifer @ Despite My Pancreas says
I think I’d definitely try something new, either the iced coffee or the coconut milk! (we rarely stray from Vanilla in my house…)
Becca says
I probably wouldn’t stray too far from my normal Original Almond Milk flavor, but I have been eyeing the Coconut!
marie says
NEW!!!
Rebecca @ cakeinacrockpot says
When something is free I use it as an opportunity to try something new 🙂
Leah says
Definitely new! It’s free so no big whoop if it sucks.
Amy says
I’d like to say I’d try something new, but more than likely I would get my old standby!
BlushandBarbells says
Hmm, I would definitely try something new – I would like to try the coconut milk for coffee!
Alyse says
I’d try something new! Either iced coffee or the coconut milk, I can’t decide!
Ali says
Since I just figured out I have a lactose intolerance I would probably try something new!
Jessica says
Try something new! 🙂
Emily says
I would probably try something new with a free coupon. 🙂
Shay @ Whine Less, Breathe More says
I love trying new things! But I am already a fan of their coconut milk and that’s probably what I would get.
Kirsten says
I’d try something new!
Noelle says
I’d stick with my favorite – unsweetened vanilla almond milk!
Olivia @ Liv Lives Life says
I’d try something new! Maybe their chocolate milk. 😉
Lori says
I would stick with what I usually buy. I am a fan of the unsweetened vanilla almond milk and the dark chocolate almond milk.
Danielle says
I’m all for trying new things!
tara says
Usually I stick to my old faves, but the iced coffee is very tempting!
Jenna U. says
Try something new!!! 🙂
allie@sweetpotatobites says
I’d love to try the coconut milk! This recipe looks tasty.
Alyssa says
I would try this recipe! Except without pineapple and with dark chocolate chips (because we all know chocolate makes things better).
Kaitlin says
I’d try the coconut milk! Instead of the usual almond
Tahleen says
I’m always up for trying something new, I love grocery shopping and looking around! However, I do have my standbys as well.
Katelyn says
I love trying new things!!
Keri says
Stick with an old favorite… almond milk!
Jina says
I get stuck in ruts, and I’d probably stick to an old favorite.
Kelly says
Try something new! Starting new running program and new cleaner meal plan this would fit right in!
Amber Mckelvey says
I like to try new things
worker_bee says
Its almost that time of year…when Silk nog appears! Holiday favorite 🙂
Monica says
I would try something new, the coconut because I want to try this recipe! Thanks for sharing
Nikki @ GrabYourKicks says
Old favorite all the way! I love unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla). I tried 1/2 coconut 1/2 almond milk from Almond Breeze and was not a fan.
Alicia Wynn says
When I spend my own money, I stick to Light Original Soy Milk! But with a coupon, I’d definitely try something new!
Kate says
I usually stick to my favorites but it is fine to change it up from time to time.
Debbie (Accidently Delish) says
i love Silk almond milk, I have never tried their coconut, but i would be willing to give it a shot! i must admit their chocolate almond milk is one of my favorites too!!
Holly @ Pink-Runner.com says
I would like to try the coconut! I always get Silk Pure Almond unsweetened original or vanilla.
Caroline says
I just discovered their almond milk so I”d probably stick with that for now!
Jessica @ FromtheKitchentotheRoad says
I’d try something new. It’s all new to me!
Jordan says
I would attempt to pick something new, but probably fall back on a favorite..;)
Laura says
I would probably get my favorite almond milk, it is hard to beat!
Amy H. says
Yummy looking recipe!
I always go for the old favorite. I’m a creature of habit, what can I say?!
Ashley @ BrocBlog says
If its free I like to try new things, usually though I play it safe and stick with the fave.
Lindsay @ Lindsay's List says
love Silk! Would love to try the coconut line – we always buy their almond milk.
Karla @ Foodologie says
Good timing. I just tried coconut milk for the first time this morning. I’m officially obsessed. I had it in a smoothie, but I’m thinking i want to try it in my coffee.
Leah says
I would get my usual-unsweetened vanilla almond milk!
april says
i’m a creature of habit, too – i LOVE silk pure almond vanilla! i did try the coconut recently and liked it, but almond all the way!
Samantha. says
I haven’t tried any Silk products but I have really been wanting too!
Emily says
Old favorite! I know what works 🙂
Kelli says
I would be hesitant but would probably try something new if intrigued
Casey says
I have only ever tried Silk’s Almond and Soy…would LOVE LOVE LOVE to try their Ices Lattes!
Kimberly says
I stick to my old favorites!
Rebecca P. says
I am a really big creature of habit and usually stick to my tried and true favorites. But I do push myself to try new things since I am sometimes surprised and am able to find a new favorite.
Emily says
something new
KimA says
Definitely try something new. I think my family would love this recipe too!
emily says
definitely stick to my old favorite, i am a creature of habit for sure 🙂
Jojo @ RunFastEatLots says
I’d try something new at least once. If I don’t like it, I’ll stick with my old faves, but hey, at least I tried!
Stephanie says
I always want to try something new, but then default and get my go-to favorites.
AnnaGrace Strange says
hmmm….i would probably stick to my old favorite – love me some chocolate silk! 🙂
Denise says
Id try something new: especially if it is something healthy.
I LOOOOOOOVE Silk products. As a veg. I eat a LOT of them!
Suzanne says
I’d get their iced coffee–it would make my summer SUPER AWESOME!
Corrinne says
I love trying new things. Gotta keep it interesting!
Noel says
I’d try the coconut milk so I could make this recipe! By the way, your cabbage, garbanzo bean, TJ’s peanut dressing, etc. salad has become one of my family’s favorites. I put it on a bed of quinoa for a light dinner. Thanks for both the running and the “eating” inspiration. 🙂
runeatrepeat says
I am still and forever obsessed with that and eat some version of it at least 2x a week for lunch 🙂 Glad you like it too!
Hayley says
I’m always down for trying something new!
Tara says
I have been wanting to try their iced coffee since seeing your posts about it so I would definately get that!
Beth G. says
Truth: Probably my old favorite, but it would entirely depend on my mood on the day I was shopping.
Tony K says
I’d splurge and get the chocolate almond milk.
Maggie says
I’d love to try their iced coffees!
Jacqueline says
I am ALWAYS down to try something new…Life is an Adventure! 😉
Adina says
I’d love to try their iced lattes!
Heather @ Run Eat Play says
I’d try something new!
Jill says
I would stick with almond milk:-)
Yum Yucky says
Say WHAT? Rice cooked in coconut milk? It sounds heavenly and I gotta try it. I currently have 3 cartons of Silk Almond Milk in the fridge (yes, I’m a heavy user), but have yet to try their Coconut Milk. MUST DO!
Emma says
I would love to try something new! I always stick with almond.
Gabrielle says
I’d totally try something new….probably their Iced Latte! Sounds refreshing!