Mole Verde con Pavo
Mole Verde con Pavo is a vibrant and nutritious Mexican dish that combines tender turkey with a rich green mole sauce made from fresh herbs and seeds. This high-protein meal is perfect for a healthy dinner, bursting with flavor and color.

40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Turkey breast - 300 grams, diced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- White onion - 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Cilantro - 1 cup, packed
- Parsley - 1 cup, packed
- Pumpkin seeds - 50 grams
- Green chili peppers - 2, chopped
- Vegetable broth - 250 ml
- Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
Steps
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced turkey breast to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, approximately 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a blender, combine the cilantro, parsley, pumpkin seeds, green chili peppers, and lime juice. Blend until smooth, adding vegetable broth as needed to reach a sauce-like consistency.
- Pour the green mole sauce over the cooked turkey in the skillet. Stir well and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 50 g
- Carbs: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Rich in antioxidants from herbs and seeds, promoting overall health.
Tags
MexicanHigh ProteinDinner