This vegetable cashew saute is a colorful and vibrant dish that is packed with vitamins, minerals, and protein from the cashews. The combination of vegetables and cashews creates a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
Directions
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add the bell peppers, zucchini, and snap peas to the pan, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Stir in the cashews, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the vegetable cashew saute over cooked rice or quinoa. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cashews are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and minerals like magnesium and copper.
This recipe is versatile and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or protein sources.
The combination of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil creates a delicious umami flavor in this dish.