Broccoli And Green Bean Polka Recipe

Elevate your veggie game with this vibrant Broccoli & Green Bean Polka! Tender-crisp broccoli and green beans dance with crunchy cashews and toasted almonds in a quick and easy stir-fry. This recipe is perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or a delightful side dish. The nutty crunch adds irresistible texture, making these simple greens unforgettable!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 305.8 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Broccoli And Green Bean Polka

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How to Make Broccoli And Green Bean Polka

  1. Fill a large bowl halfway with ice water. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of broccoli florets and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Immediately transfer broccoli to the ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with 1 pound of trimmed green beans.
  5. Drain both vegetables thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  7. Add 1/2 cup of cashews and stir-fry until lightly browned (about 2-3 minutes).
  8. Add the broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
  9. Add the green beans and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
  10. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup of slivered almonds.
  11. Season generously with sea salt to taste and drizzle with an additional 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

5g

Carbs

15g