Zucchini Noodle Cashew Stir-Fry: A Vibrant Veggie-Packed Delight
A quick, low-carb stir-fry packed with spiralizedvegetables, crunchy cashews, and a savory Asian-inspired sauce. Perfect for ahealthy, satisfying weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup 59 ml of rich dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of sriracha sauce optional for an added kick
- 2 teaspoons arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
For the Stir-Fry:
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 4 medium carrots diced
- 2 large zucchini spiralized and trimmed to shorter lengths, lightly squeezed of excess liquid
- 2 large red bell peppers spiralized
- 8 ounces 227 g snow peas
- 1 cup 129 g of coarsely chopped cashews
Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sriracha (if using), arrowroot powder, and dark brown sugar.
Set the sauce aside.
Cook the Aromatics:
In a large skillet or wok, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat.
Incorporate the chopped onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until it becomes tender.
Then, mix in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until it releases its aromatic scent.
Add the Vegetables:
Add the diced carrots to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Next, add the snow peas, spiralized zucchini, and spiralized red bell peppers. Toss gently and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Keyword Zucchini noodle stir-fry