Tiki-Style Coconut Lime Rice Bowl with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Fluffy coconut-infused rice paired with tangy lime and sweet mango salsa for a refreshing tropical vegetarian bowl. This Asian Fusion-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs jasmine rice, coconut milk, water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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 cup jasmine rice
• 1 cup, full fat coconut milk
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 cup, diced mango
• 1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, minced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, 1 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1 cup water, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Fluff rice with a fork and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice for a bright, tangy finish.
4. Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup diced mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup minced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small minced and seeded jalapeño, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Toss gently until salsa is evenly coated and vibrant.
5. Step 5: Serve coconut lime rice in bowls topped with fresh mango salsa for a colorful, tropical vegetarian meal.