Cashew Asparagus

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and savory Cashew Asparagus recipe. Perfectly tender-crisp asparagus is paired with golden toasted cashews for a delightful crunch and flavor contrast. A quick, umami-packed sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil adds a touch of sweetness and depth, while a hint of red pepper flakes provides a subtle kick. This 20-minute recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile—serve it as a stunning side dish or a light vegetarian main. With its beautiful balance of flavors and textures, Cashew Asparagus is sure to become a favorite at your table. Perfect for anyone seeking a wholesome, flavorful dish, this recipe also makes use of pantry staples for fuss-free cooking! Keywords: Cashew Asparagus Recipe, Quick Vegetable Side Dish, Easy Asparagus Recipes, Healthy Asparagus Recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb asparagus
• 1 cup raw cashews
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 clove garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the asparagus and trim the woody ends, cutting the spears into bite-sized pieces if desired.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely and set them aside.

Step 3

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the cashews for 2-3 minutes until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 6

Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender-crisp.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

Step 8

Pour the sauce over the asparagus and stir to coat evenly. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Sprinkle the toasted cashews over the asparagus and give it a gentle toss.

Step 11

Serve immediately as a side dish or light main, garnished with additional cashews if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(672.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1195.6

Total Fat 92.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1766.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 179.3mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 1854.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.9%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 24.3%