Creamy Coconut Corn Rice

This creamy coconut corn rice recipe is made with just 6 super simple, pantry-friendly ingredients. It’s so easy to make and tastes amazing with your favourite protein! The base recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

I am so excited to share this creamy coconut corn rice recipe with you today! It’s SO unbelievably delicious and very easy to make on the stovetop. All you need are 6 ingredients – many of which you likely already have in your pantry.

This recipe is great as a side dish or even as the base of a rice bowl. Pair it with your favourite protein (I’ve included some ideas below) and a side of veggies to round out the meal.

While it’s definitely a warm, creamy, and comforting dish, I think it’s one of those recipes that is perfect to enjoy all year long. Plus, the ingredients are simple and healthy, packing in a bunch of nutrition benefits!

Ingredients Needed

This creamy coconut corn rice is made with only 6 super simple, pantry-friendly ingredients:

• brown rice
• full-fat coconut milk
• canned corn
• fresh basil (optional, but tasty!)
• salt
• pepper

How To Store & Reheat

Leftovers of this recipe can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. They can easily be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.

NOTE: Coconut milk will harden when refrigerated, but have no fear – it will soften again once reheated!

What To Serve With Coconut Corn Rice

Because this coconut corn rice is a source of fibre-rich starch and fats, I recommend serving it with a source of quality protein to balance out your meal.

Here are some protein ideas that would pair perfectly:

• garlic shrimp with smoked paprika and honey
• baked harissa salmon
• honey-lemon baked salmon with thyme
• baked salmon with pistachio pesto
• crispy turmeric salmon
• runny eggs – fried, soft-boiled, or poached! Stir the yolk in the rice to make it extra creamy 🙂

Or, just keep things really simple with a basic protein – sautéed shrimp or scallops in a little olive oil, salt + pepper; some baked chicken, a steak, crispy tofu, tempeh, etc.

If you’d like to add an additional side of non-starchy vegetables, you can check out my roundup of 20+ easy vegetable side dishes here!

Corn Nutrition Benefits

Sweet corn is a good source of:

• vitamins and minerals like:
  • folate
  • vitamin B6
  • niacin
  • potassium
• antioxidants, like lutein + zeaxanthin
• dietary fibre – 1 cup provides almost 5 grams

Coconut Milk Nutrition Benefits

Coconut milk is a good source of:

• vitamins and minerals, like:
  • manganese
  • copper
  • magnesium
  • selenium
  • potassium
  • iron
  • folate
  • vitamin C
• fats, which help with the development of our brains, hormones, and all cells throughout our bodies. Fat also helps to absorb fat-soluble vitamins and helps to keep us feeling full and satisfied
  • despite being higher in saturated fats, research shows that coconut intake may actually improve cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Brown Rice Nutrition Benefits

Brown rice is:

• a fibre-rich whole grain, with 1 cup providing 3.5 grams (about 14% of your daily needs)
• an excellent source of B-vitamins, like:
  • thiamin
  • niacin
  • B6
  • pantothenic acid
• a good source of minerals like:
  • manganese
  • selenium
  • magnesium
  • phosphorus
  • copper
  • zinc
  • iron

More Easy, Healthy Rice Recipes

• Cheesy Miso Mushroom Rice
• Vegan Cheesy Broccoli Rice
• Green Goddess Rice Bowl
• Cheesy Butternut Squash Rice Bowl
• Healthy Mexican Rice Casserole

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