Green Spaghetti
Transform your pasta night with this vibrant and creamy Green Spaghetti recipe! Featuring a velvety sauce made from fire-roasted poblano peppers, fresh spinach, and cilantro, this dish delivers a burst of earthy flavors and a striking emerald hue. Blended with cream cheese and a touch of garlic, the sauce is rich, aromatic, and irresistibly smooth. Tossed with al dente spaghetti and finished with optional Parmesan cheese for a savory kick, this recipe is a perfect fusion of comfort food and fresh, wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 40 minutes, Green Spaghetti is an easy yet impressive meal that’s great for weeknights or entertaining guests. Discover your new favorite way to enjoy pasta with this flavorful twist!
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghetti
- 2 large Poblano peppers
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Cilantro
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 medium White onion
- 115 grams Cream cheese
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Step 2
Roast the poblano peppers directly over a gas flame or under a broiler until the skin is charred and blistered on all sides. Place them in a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap for 10 minutes to steam. Then, peel off the charred skin, remove the stems and seeds, and roughly chop the peppers.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the roasted poblano peppers, spinach, cilantro, garlic cloves, onion, cream cheese, and chicken or vegetable broth. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the blended green sauce into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Toss the cooked spaghetti in the skillet with the green sauce, ensuring every strand is well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach your desired consistency.
Step 6
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your vibrant and flavorful Green Spaghetti!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1252.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1884.0 |
| Total Fat 102.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 223.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5334.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 160.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.4g | |
| Protein 79.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1724.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1249.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories