Reprinted with permission from Dennis W. Rowley CPT, CN, ABSolutions Fitness, LLC

Vegetables are combined with heart-healthy fats from cashews and olive oil for a side dish rich in health-promoting nutrients.

Serves 2

Ingredients

1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth

1 cup each red and yellow bell peppers, sliced 1/2-inch thick

1 cup onion, sliced 1/2-inch thick

1 cup snow peas

1/4 cup NOW Real Food® Cashews*

Mediterranean Dressing:

3 Tbsp. NOW Real Food® Extra Virgin Olive Oil*

2 tsp. lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, chopped or pressed

Sea salt and pepper to taste

1. Chop or press garlic, slice onions, and let them sit for 5 minutes to enhance their health-promoting properties.
2. Heat broth in a stainless steel skillet over medium heat.
3. When broth is steaming, add bell peppers and onions, cover and sauté for 5 minutes.
4. Add snow peas and sauté covered for 2 minutes.
5. Transfer vegetable mixture to a serving bowl and toss with cashews and dressing ingredients.

*NOW items available at your local health food store