Pineapple Rice Casserole

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Pineapple Rice Casserole
45 min.
4
333kcal

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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian and gluten-free side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack? Look no further than this mouthwatering Pineapple Rice Casserole! This delightful dish comes together in just 45 minutes and serves 4 people. Each serving contains only 333 calories, making it a perfect option for those watching their waistline.

With a tropical twist, this Pineapple Rice Casserole is made with simple ingredients such as brown sugar, butter, crushed pineapple, salt, shredded cheddar cheese, and Minute® White Rice. The result is a sweet and savory dish that will tantalize your taste buds and have your family and friends asking for seconds.

To make this recipe, you'll need just a few pieces of equipment: an oven and a baking pan. And don't worry, even if you're not an experienced cook, the step-by-step instructions are easy to follow, ensuring your Pineapple Rice Casserole will turn out perfectly every time.

So why not give this Pineapple Rice Casserole a try at your next gathering or as a comforting side dish at home? Your taste buds (and those around you) will thank you!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • ounces pineapple crushed undrained canned
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • cup rice white uncooked minute®

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Prepare rice according to package directions. Stir in butter.
  2. Add the pineapple, brown sugar and salt; spoon into a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese.
  4. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories333kcal
Protein8.33%
Fat29.27%
Carbs62.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.55
Glycemic Load
22.35
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.6395651698112%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:333.45kcal
16.67%
Fat:10.85g
16.69%
Saturated Fat:6.4g
39.99%
Carbohydrates:52.03g
17.34%
Net Carbohydrates:50.7g
18.43%
Sugar:14.01g
15.57%
Cholesterol:29.17mg
9.73%
Sodium:151.64mg
6.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.94g
13.89%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.42%
Selenium:11.35µg
16.21%
Calcium:128.55mg
12.86%
Phosphorus:123.77mg
12.38%
Copper:0.17mg
8.5%
Zinc:1.09mg
7.25%
Vitamin A:344.81IU
6.9%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.54%
Vitamin C:5.33mg
6.46%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.31%
Magnesium:24.56mg
6.14%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.84%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.43%
Fiber:1.34g
5.35%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.59%
Potassium:144.03mg
4.12%
Iron:0.6mg
3.31%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.69%
Folate:9.77µg
2.44%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.2%
Vitamin K:1.27µg
1.21%