Best 16 Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable and healthy dish that blends the tender crunch of asparagus, the nutty flavor of cashews, and the aromatic comfort of rice pilaf? Look no further! This culinary adventure will guide you through the art of preparing a mouthwatering "Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf" that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you longing for more. With a harmonious fusion of textures and flavors, this dish promises to elevate your dining experience and become a staple in your recipe repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will redefine your perception of rice pilaf.

Here are our top 16 tried and tested recipes!

CASHEW RICE PILAF



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This hearty dish will add pizzazz to your plate with its beautiful blend of flavors and colors. I often serve it as a main course with salad and bread. -Tina Coburn, Tucson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon onion salt
2 cups frozen peas
1-1/2 cups cooked wild rice
1 cup salted cashews
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the long grain rice, onion, carrots and raisins in butter until onion is tender. Add the broth and onion salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 20 minutes. Stir in peas, wild rice and cashews; heat through. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



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This is an adaptation of an old Armenian recipe, and this variation is so delicious I can't stop eating it. It's a great way to stretch expensive seasonal asparagus and pricey cashews. It's great as a side dish or as a vegetarian entree.

Provided by SABRINATEE

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 ¼ cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CASHEW RICE



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BECAUSE it is so versatile, this colorful side dish is one of my standbys. You can serve it with most any entree, and with the "magic" of instant rice, it's ready in a short time. The vegetables add a touch of color while the cashews give this economical dish a "gourmet touch". -Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup beef or chicken broth
2 tablespoons shredded carrot
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
1 teaspoon butter
Dash pepper
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
Chopped cashews

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine broth, carrot, celery, onion, butter and pepper. Bring to a boil; remove from the heat. Stir in rice; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW STIR-FRY



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When I'm in the mood for Chinese food, I turn to this snappy recipe. The colorful nutty dish is sure to stir your creativity...substitute broccoli for the asparagus or add carrots and mushrooms. -Christine Sherrill of Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup lightly salted cashews
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the asparagus, onions and red pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce and ginger until blended; gradually stir into the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce heat; add cashews and sesame oil. Cook 2 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS PILAF RICE



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Make and share this Asparagus Pilaf Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Lemon

Time 38m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon basil or 1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 cup long grain rice
1 cup vegetable stock
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 asparagus, cut in pieces
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper

Steps:

  • In a casserole, heat oil at medium heat. Add onion and tarragon, and cook, stirring from time to time, for about 3 minutes or until onion has soften. Add rice and stir.
  • Add vegetable stock, water and salt. Reduce to low heat, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes. Add asparagus, cover and keep cooking for about 10 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid has absorbed. Add lemon juice and pepper and stir with a fork.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



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I found this recipe at allrecipes.com and have made it a few times. It is a very elegant dish in presentation and combines two side dishes into one. Give it a try.

Provided by Chippie1

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
1/4 cup minced onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 1/4 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper
1/2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
1/2 cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender.
  • Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in vegetable broth.
  • Season mixture with salt and pepper.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.4, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 98.8, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 5

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



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Categories     Nut     Pasta     Rice     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
1/4 cup minced onion
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 1/4 cups vegetable broth
1 recipe (to taste) salt and pepper
1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup cashed halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS WITH CASHEW-CURRY MAYONNAISE



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Try doubling or tripling the recipe as hors d'oeuvres for a cocktail party. The asparagus can be roasted ahead of time and refrigerated. Serve at room temperature.

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons cashews (recommended: Planters) plus roughly chopped cashews, for garnish
1/2 cup light mayonnaise (recommended: Best Foods)
1 teaspoon curry powder (recommended: McCormick's)
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (recommended: ReaLemon)
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • On baking sheet, drizzle oil over trimmed asparagus. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss together to evenly distribute oil and seasoning. Roast in oven for 8 to 10 minutes depending on the size of the asparagus. While asparagus is roasting, prepare mayonnaise.
  • Process 2 tablespoons of cashews in a blender until finely ground. In a small bowl, stir to combine ground cashews, mayonnaise, curry powder, lemon juice, and salt. Set aside.
  • To serve, divide asparagus among 4 plates and top with a dollop of mayonnaise mixture. Garnish with a few chopped cashews.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf image

This is an adaptation of an old Armenian recipe, and this variation is so delicious I can't stop eating it. It's a great way to stretch expensive seasonal asparagus and pricey cashews. It's great as a side dish or as a vegetarian entree.

Provided by SABRINATEE

Categories     Rice Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 ¼ cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CASHEW RICE PILAF



Cashew Rice Pilaf image

This is a very simple recipe, but it's made savory by using chicken broth and adding the cashews. It doesn't take long to make, and I've found that fresh parsley really enhances the flavor of the dish rather than dried parsley.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cashews, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Saute the onion in the melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly (about 4 minutes). When the onions are almost tender, reduce the heat and add the minced garlic. Cook for 2 minutes more. Add the chicken broth, rice and salt; bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, and stir in the cashews and parsley.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf image

This is an adaptation of an old Armenian recipe, and this variation is so delicious I can't stop eating it. It's a great way to stretch expensive seasonal asparagus and pricey cashews. It's great as a side dish or as a vegetarian entree.

Provided by SABRINATEE

Categories     Rice Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 ¼ cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf image

This is an adaptation of an old Armenian recipe, and this variation is so delicious I can't stop eating it. It's a great way to stretch expensive seasonal asparagus and pricey cashews. It's great as a side dish or as a vegetarian entree.

Provided by SABRINATEE

Categories     Rice Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 ¼ cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CASHEW RAISIN RICE PILAF



Cashew Raisin Rice Pilaf image

I've been making this rice dish for quite some time now, and it's one of my favourites.It's an interesting combination of tastes and textures that I find pleasing to the palate.I toast the cashews first to give them a little extra crunch.

Provided by Carrie Ann

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/8 cup margarine
3/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup golden raisin
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
5 tablespoons uncooked wild rice
1 cup frozen green pea
2 ounces diced pimentos, drained
1/2 cup cashews
ground black pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in a large saucepan.
  • Saute the long grain rice, onion, carrot and raisins over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
  • Cover pan and simmer on low for 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Meanwhile,in another saucepan bring 3/4 cup salted water to a boil.
  • Add wild rice, reduce heat and simmer,covered, for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • When the rice-raisin mixture is finished cooking, stir in wild rice, peas,pimentoes and cashews.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and heat through.

CASHEW PILAF



Cashew Pilaf image

Provided by Elaine Louie

Categories     one pot, side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup (4 ounces) wild rice
1/2 teaspoon salt, or as needed
4 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1 small carrot, peeled and cut into tiny dice
3/4 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup roasted, salted cashews, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine 1 1/2 cups water, wild rice and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 25 minutes (the rice will be only partly cooked). Drain and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a 9-inch skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and carrot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add wild rice and white rice and stir to coat thoroughly with butter.
  • Add broth and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Raise heat, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 25 minutes. Stir in cashews and parsley, and adjust salt if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 451, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 327 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CURRIED RICE PILAF WITH CASHEWS



Curried Rice Pilaf with Cashews image

Yield Makes 4 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons Madras curry powder
1 cup basmati rice, rinsed and drained well
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup chopped salted roasted cashews
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in butter in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden, 6 to 9 minutes. Add curry and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute, then add water and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low, then cook 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let rice stand, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Gently toss with cashews and cilantro.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF



Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf image

This is an adaptation of an old Armenian recipe, and this variation is so delicious I can't stop eating it. It's a great way to stretch expensive seasonal asparagus and pricey cashews. It's great as a side dish or as a vegetarian entree.

Provided by SABRINATEE

Categories     Rice Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup butter
2 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken
¼ cup minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 ¼ cups uncooked jasmine rice
2 ¼ cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cup cashew halves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Increase heat to medium, and stir in spaghetti, cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.
  • Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan, and cook about 2 minutes, until tender. Stir in jasmine rice, and cook about 5 minutes. Pour in vegetable broth. Season mixture with salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and cook 20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.
  • Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but firm.
  • Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the rice, make sure to spread it out in an even layer so that it cooks evenly.
  • Toast the rice: Toasting the rice before cooking it will help to bring out its flavor and give it a slightly nutty taste.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the rice will add a lot of flavor to the dish. Use a broth that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Add vegetables and other ingredients: Feel free to add other vegetables, nuts, or dried fruits to the rice pilaf to make it a more complete meal.
  • Let the rice rest before serving: Once the rice is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before fluffing it with a fork. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming sticky.

Conclusion:

Asparagus cashew rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its vibrant colors and flavorful ingredients, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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