Green Beans and Cashews
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Green Beans and Cashews recipe! Crisp-tender green beans are stir-fried with aromatic garlic, a touch of honey, and a kick of red pepper flakes, creating a delicious balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Toasted cashews add an irresistible crunch, while a drizzle of soy sauce ties the dish together with umami-rich depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect as a side dish for weeknight dinners or even a light vegetarian main course. Packed with nutrients and bold flavors, this green bean stir-fry is a surefire way to transform simple ingredients into a stunning dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 100 grams raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by cutting off the stem ends. Set aside.
Place a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the cashews and toast them until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the cashews from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the green beans and water to the skillet. Stir well, cover with a lid, and allow the beans to steam for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender yet crisp.
Remove the lid and add the soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the green beans evenly in the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the liquid slightly reduces.
Return the toasted cashews to the skillet and toss them with the green beans. Cook for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.1 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2086 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1772 mg | 38% | |
*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.
