Creamy Cashew Vegetable Medley
We don’t need to use real cheese to get a cheesy flavor in your salad. Simply blend soaked cashews with some flavorings and it tastes even better than Parmesan!
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2 (if served with a soup)
• ½ cup cashews. soaked
• ¼ cup coconut milk
• ½ small green chili
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup thinly sliced baby corn
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped yellow bell
pepper
• 1 teaspoon rock salt
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
leaves
PRE-PREPARATION
• Soak cashews in water for 6 hours.
• Prepare coconut milk.
Method
1. Place the cashews, coconut milk and green
chili into a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Steam the broccoli and baby corn together for
about 5 minutes.
3. Pour the blended mixture into a mixing bowl.
Add red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper,
steamed broccoli, steamed baby corn, salt
and oregano to the mixing bowl.
4. Mix well and serve.
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Benefits:
- Nutrient-Dense: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from a variety of vegetables.
- Plant-Based Protein: Cashews provide a good source of protein for muscle repair and growth.
- Heart-Healthy Fats: Cashews and coconut milk contribute to a healthy fat profile, supporting heart health.
- Digestive Support: High fiber content from vegetables aids in digestion and promotes gut health.
- Immune Boost: Vitamins and minerals in vegetables help strengthen the immune system.
- Anti-Inflammatory: Green chili and oregano possess anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation in the body.
- Low Sodium: Rock salt is used for seasoning, reducing sodium intake compared to traditional salt.
- Weight Management: Low in calories and rich in fiber, this dish supports weight loss and management goals.
- Energy Boost: Nutrient-rich ingredients provide sustained energy throughout the day.
- Versatile: Can be served as a standalone dish or paired with soup for a complete meal experience.
Nutritional Value (per serving):
- Calories: Approximately 300
- Carbohydrates: Around 20 grams
- Fiber: About 5 grams
- Protein: Roughly 8 grams
- Fat: Almost 20 grams
February 20, 2024
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