Stir-Fried Vegetables with Almonds

17 min

4 servings

With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a healthy meal on the table with a whole serving of veggies! Almonds are a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fibre. They’re also rich in vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals and prevent them from causing cell damage.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large carrot, cut in half lengthwise and julienned
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into 1/4" slices
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, thickly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, cut in half and sliced
  • 1⁄2 cup whole almonds
  • 2 tbsp Asian Stir-Fry Seasoning, or Teriyaki Dry Glaze
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 4 cups coarsely chopped Chinese cabbage (bok choy)
  • Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Heat a Wok or a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat pan.
  2. Quickly stir-fry carrot, celery, pepper, onion and almonds. Add seasoning or dry glaze, soy sauce, and water.
  3. Add mushrooms and cabbage. Stir for approximately 5 minutes, or until cabbage is wilted.
  4. Season with Salt and Pepper and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 220, Fat 14 g (Saturated 1 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g (Fiber 7 g, Sugars 7 g), Protein 10 g.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with 4 oz (113 g) lean protein and 1⁄2 cup cooked grains.