Cashew Vegetable Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Cashew Vegetable Stir Fry, a vibrant and wholesome dish bursting with flavor and texture. Featuring crisp broccoli, tender snap peas, sweet bell peppers, and carrots, all tossed in a savory, umami-rich soy and hoisin sauce, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of freshness and indulgence. Toasted cashews add a delightful crunch while garlic and ginger infuse the dish with aromatic depth. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy evenings and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Packed with nutritious veggies and bold flavors, this stir fry is an ideal vegetarian option that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
• 1 unit red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup snap peas
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 cups cooked rice or noodles

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and toast the cashews for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the broccoli florets, sliced carrots, red bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water.

Step 6

Pour the sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Add the toasted cashews back into the skillet, mixing them into the stir fry.

Step 8

Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1338.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1847.3

Total Fat 92.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.2g
Cholesterol 1.0mg	0%
Sodium 2461.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 50.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 357.2mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 2026.2mg	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: 43.7%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 45.6%