Mole Verde Spaghetti
Mole Verde Spaghetti is a vibrant twist on traditional pasta, featuring a rich and flavorful green mole sauce that combines fresh herbs and spices. This Paleo-friendly dish offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes, perfect for a hearty meal.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Zucchini Noodles - 2 cups
- Fresh Cilantro - 1 cup, packed
- Fresh Parsley - 1/2 cup, packed
- Pumpkin Seeds - 1/4 cup
- Garlic Cloves - 2, minced
- Jalapeño - 1, seeds removed and chopped
- Lime Juice - 2 tablespoons
- Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Nutritional Yeast - 2 tablespoons
- Avocado - 1/2, sliced for garnish
Steps
- In a food processor, combine cilantro, parsley, pumpkin seeds, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, adding a little water if necessary to reach desired consistency.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour the mole verde sauce over the zucchini noodles and toss gently to coat evenly, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with sliced avocado and a sprinkle of additional pumpkin seeds if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 9 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in healthy fats from avocado and pumpkin seeds.
- High in fiber from zucchini noodles and herbs, promoting digestive health.
Tags
MexicanPaleoPasta Dish