Description
Mexican green spaghetti, or espagueti verde, is a vibrant and delicious dish that brings the flavors of Mexico to your table. This delightful pasta is coated in a creamy green sauce made from fresh cilantro, zesty jalape?o, and garlic. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. Impress your guests with this stunning dish that?s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 small jalape?o pepper (seeded for less heat)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender, combine cilantro, jalape?o, garlic, and heavy cream; blend until smooth.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the blended sauce for about 5 minutes.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges for added brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg