12 Ways to Use Cashews That Will Make You the Star of Every Meal
Cashews are more than just a crunchy snack—they’re a secret weapon in the kitchen! Their rich, buttery texture makes them perfect for everything from creamy sauces to decadent desserts, and even crunchy toppings. Whether you’re looking to add a dairy-free twist to your favorite dishes or simply elevate your meals with bold flavors, these 12 creative cashew recipes will impress everyone at the table. Get ready to transform ordinary meals into unforgettable bites with the magic of cashews!
Fettuccine Alfredo
This fettuccine alfredo tastes cheesy, but the creamy sauce is filled with healthy plant-based ingredients. It’s an easy dinner in under 30 minutes—a fan favorite that everyone loves!
Fail-proof Suji ka Halwa (Rava Sheera)
Crumbly, sweet, and utterly delightful – that’s the essence of rava sheera, also known as suji ka halwa. Learn how to whip up this simple, traditional Indian dessert in under 30 minutes.
Paleo Carrot Cake Cookies
These paleo carrot cake cookies let you enjoy all the classic flavors of the cake minus the grains, dairy and sugar in one healthy bite! You even get that cream cheese frosting flavor too.
“Fried” Ice Cream Pie
This “fried” ice cream pie isn’t fried at all. The ingredients blend together perfectly to make it taste exactly like fried ice cream you get in a Mexican restaurant.
Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken
We are at an impasse at my house. I love the crunch of nuts in savory dishes, while hubby loves nuts, but hates them in any “hot meat”. I’ve created this easy Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken Recipe that makes the chicken fork tender, keeps the veggies snappy but also adds the nuts right at the end to please us all.
Almond Cashew Crackers
This almond cashew crackers recipe shows you how to make homemade crackers! They’re delicious, naturally gluten free, and fun to make.
Vegan Broccoli Soup
This creamy vegan broccoli cheddar soup is packed with nutrients and flavor! Made with simple ingredients, it’s a healthy and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Spicy Vegan Lettuce Wraps
These delicious and healthy vegan lettuce wraps have a spicy filling full of plant based proteins: brown rice, spiced tofu, and cashews.
Creamy Cilantro Sauce
This cilantro sauce is creamy, tangy, savory, sweet, and totally delicious! It’s perfect for dolloping on baked potatoes, tacos, roasted or grilled vegetables, and more.
Best Wild Rice Soup
This wild rice soup recipe is impossibly creamy, packed with flavor and full of tender veggies and hearty rice. Everyone asks for the recipe—it’s that good.
Vegan Nacho Cheese (Queso)
This vegan nacho cheese sauce is easy to make and tastes unbelievably like the real thing! Essentially a plant based queso, it’s creamy and packed with favor.
Chicken with Cashew Nuts
This recipe is made so much simpler with the use of the Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker! Chicken is served in a unique and delicious sauce, with bell peppers, green onions, and cashews. Serve it over a bed of rice for a yummy dinner.
