Tropical Vegan Recipes: Fresh & Flavorful Plant-Based Dishes Inspired by Hawaii

Bring sunshine to your table with tropical vegan recipes inspired by Hawaii, including fresh salads, island mains, party appetizers, and festive rum drinks.

Ingredients

Hawaiian Pineapple Guacamole

  • 2 c cubed, fresh pineapple
  • 6 baby red bell peppers
  • 3 ripe avocados
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 c chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp very finely chopped fresh mint
  • Freshly-ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp roasted salted pepitas

Instructions

  1. As needed, cut the pineapple into small cubes. Dice the baby bell peppers or slice them into thin rings.
  2. Cut the avocados open and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl. Add salt, then mash the avocados partially. Adjust the salt to taste.
  3. Add the cubed pineapple, sliced red peppers, and chopped herbs to the avocado, then stir gently.
  4. Transfer the guacamole to a serving dish. Top it with freshly ground pepper and roasted salted pepitas, then and enjoy immediately.