The Islander Lively Bowl by Haile Thomas
This recipe from activist, plant-based influencer – and now cookbook author – Haile Thomas draws on flavors inspired by her parents' Caribbean upbringing
Caribbean
Hawaiian-Style Sweet-and-Sour Roasted Pineapple and Bell Peppers
This tropical medley is a fresh alternative to a vegetable side dish. To stretch it into a main dish for four, top with 1 cup of roasted cashews and serve it over steamed rice.
Mango and Pineapple Crumble
A home-style dessert gets a tropical twist by baking spiced mangoes and pineapple beneath a crunchy crumble topping. Serve with non-dairy, vanilla ice cream.
Brazilian Black Bean Stew
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Cuban-Style Black Beans with Rice and Plantains
Inspired by the Cuban national dish Moros y Cristianos
Curried Yellow Squash with Rice and Pigeon Peas
Pigeon peas, rice, and curries are staple dishes in Caribbean kitchens. We’ve kept the curry seasoning mild so the recipe will be kid friendly, but you can always boost the flavoring of the squash by using more (or a hotter) curry powder. Serve with a side of steamed greens.
Black Bean Breakfast Burrito with Plantains and Mango Salsa
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Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
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Cuban Black Bean and Potato Soup
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Jamaican-Style Black Bean and Coconut Cornbread Bake
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Caribbean Coconut Rice
This fragrant rice pilaf goes especially well with Indian, Asian, and Caribbean entrées. It’s so good and so simple, though, you’ll probably find yourself making it often to accompany weeknight meals.
Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
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