Chiles en Nogada Vegetariano

Chiles en Nogada Vegetariano is a vibrant Mexican dish featuring roasted poblano peppers stuffed with a savory mix of vegetables and nuts, topped with a creamy walnut sauce and garnished with pomegranate seeds. This delightful vegetarian version celebrates the flavors of Mexico while being both hearty and refreshing.

Ingredients

• 2 large poblano peppers
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 1/4 cup diced zucchini
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup walnuts, soaked in water for 2 hours
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds for garnish
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Roast the poblano peppers directly over a flame or under a broiler until the skin is charred and blistered. Place in a plastic bag for 10 minutes to steam, then peel off the skin, and set aside.
3. In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add zucchini, bell pepper, corn, and cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked quinoa, black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
6. Stuff each roasted poblano pepper with the quinoa and vegetable mixture. Place in a baking dish.
7. To make the nogada sauce, blend the soaked walnuts, almond milk, agave syrup, and cinnamon in a blender until smooth. Adjust thickness with more almond milk if necessary.
8. Pour the nogada sauce over the stuffed peppers in the baking dish.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until heated through.
10. Serve garnished with pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber from quinoa and black beans.
• High in antioxidants and healthy fats from walnuts and pomegranate.

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