One-Pot Caribbean Jerk Rice with Pineapple and Black Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

A vibrant one-pot dish combining spicy jerk spices with sweet pineapple and hearty black beans for a balanced Caribbean-inspired meal. This Caribbean-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs long-grain white rice, vegetable broth, pineapple chunks, fresh or canned for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks scallions, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 diced medium red bell pepper, and 2 sliced scallions. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
2. Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp jerk seasoning and 1 tsp salt, cooking for 1 minute to release the spices’ aroma.
3. Step 3: Add 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, stirring to coat the grains with the spices and oil for 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth, then add 1 cup pineapple chunks and 1 cup drained black beans. Stir gently and bring to a boil.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and finish by drizzling 1 tbsp fresh lime juice over the top for brightness before serving.