15 MINUTE GARLIC LIME CASHEW ZOODLES

PREP TIME: 8 MINS | COOK TIME: 7 MINS | TOTAL TIME: 15 MINS | SERVINGS: 2

This fifteen minutes garlic, lime cashew zoodles is a great, easy and quick dinner option perfect for busy days. A healthy vegan dish that anyone can easily throw together in a snap at any time. This amazing dish is made with only minimal, simple ingredients that you might already have on hand. It’s a very addictive dish that even your fussiest eaters will enjoy!

These garlic, lime cashew zoodles are surprisingly filling. It’s great to serve by itself or as a simple side dish. The combination of cashew and peanut butter in the Asian-inspired sauce brings this dish to a whole new level! Just make sure to avoid overcooking this dish as this will end up a watery mess.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 large carrots peeled
• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3/4 c. cashews

Sauce:

• 1/2 tbsp sriracha sauce (or add more if you like it spicy)
• 2 heaping tablespoons peanut butter
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• 1/2 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp soy sauce

DIRECTIONS :

Step 1: On the thinnest setting, spiralize the carrots, then the zucchini on the medium setting. Set both aside.

Step 2: To a skillet, add the peanut butter, hoisin sauce, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic has just begun to cook.

Step 3: Then, add the cashews along with the zucchini and carrots. Gently toss using tongs or two large spoons every 10 to 20 seconds for about 4 to 5 minutes or until everything is lightly coated and heated through. Stir in the cilantro when the dish is almost ready.

Step 4: Serve the garlic, lime cashew zoodles right away. Enjoy!

NOTE:

Make sure not to overcook this dish to prevent it from getting watery.

NUTRITION FACTS:

Calories: 442 kcal, Carbohydrates: 34g, Protein: 17g, Fat: 30g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 463mg, Potassium: 1203mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 14g, Vitamin A: 12443IU, Vitamin C: 45mg, Calcium: 89mg, Iron: 5mg