Mole Verde

Mole Verde is a vibrant, green sauce made from fresh herbs and ingredients, perfect for a low-carb Mexican lunch. This dish showcases the rich flavors of tomatillos and green chilies combined with a hint of nuttiness from almonds, creating a unique dining experience.

Ingredients

• Tomatillos - 200 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams
• Poblano pepper - 1 medium
• Almonds - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chicken breast - 300 grams

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Roast the tomatillos and poblano pepper in the oven for about 15 minutes until they are slightly charred.
3. While the tomatillos and poblano pepper are roasting, toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
4. In a blender, combine the roasted tomatillos, poblano pepper (seeds removed), toasted almonds, cilantro, parsley, garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, and add the chicken breast. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and browned.
6. Once the chicken is cooked, pour the mole verde sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve the chicken with a generous amount of mole verde sauce on top. Enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants from tomatillos and herbs, supporting immune function.

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