Cashew Broccoli with Lemon

This Cashew Broccoli with Lemon recipe is really easy to make and absolutely delicious! Broccoli and cashews belong together in this dish which is perfectly complemented with a citrus amino dressing. This cashew broccoli dish is not only Paleo, but can easily be made vegan friendly if you use olive oil in place of the ghee. Served with a side of lean chicken or fish and your taste buds will be in heaven!

If you liked our Cashew Broccoli with Lemon recipe, then try our Cauliflower Stir-Fry Salad next time. For more healthy, delicious and FREE Paleo recipes, visit the PaleoPlan recipe center!

Cashew Broccoli with Lemon
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Cashew Broccoli with Lemon

Servings 4

Total Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition Information

calories 380

carbohydrate 18g

protein 4g

fat 34g

saturated fat 19g

cholesterol 70mg

sodium 755mg

potassium 289mg

fiber 2g

sugar 4g

Ingredients

  • 2 head(s) broccoli separated into 1 inch sections
  • 1/2 cup(s) ghee or olive oil
  • 1 medium lemon(s) juiced
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) sea salt to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup(s) cashews halved
  • 1 medium garlic clove(s) chopped
  • 1 medium onion(s)
  • 1/2 cup(s) coconut aminos
  • 1 medium orange(s) juiced

Instructions

  1. Steam the broccoli until just starting to get tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the ghee and lemon juice. Add the broccoli, cashews, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion. Saute for 5 minutes or until the mixture starts to brown.
  3. Add the coconut aminos and orange juice to the mixture and cook on low heat for 5-8 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Serve hot over cauliflower rice.