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.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Wash the asparagus and trim the woody ends, cutting the spears into bite-sized pieces if desired.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and set them aside.
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.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.
Add the asparagus to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is tender-crisp.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
Pour the sauce over the asparagus and stir to coat evenly. Let it cook for another 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Sprinkle the toasted cashews over the asparagus and give it a gentle toss.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main, garnished with additional cashews if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.1 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1766 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1855 mg | 39% | |
*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.
