Mexican Squoodles with Creamy Fire-Roasted Green Chile Sauce

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 5

Mexican Squoodles with Creamy Fire-Roasted Green Chile Sauce - A Delicious Twist!

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1/2 onion , cut into noodle shapes
	3 cloves garlic , crushed
	4 Mexican squash , cut into noodle shapes
	4 ounces Neufchatel cheese , softened
	1 can fire-roasted diced green chile peppers
	1/4 cup milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

214

Sugar

Fat

15g

If you're looking for a unique twist on a classic pasta dish, look no further than Mexican Squoodles with Creamy Fire-Roasted Green Chile Sauce. This low-carb alternative to traditional pasta is delicious and easy to prepare. The squash noodles are cut into noodle shapes and cooked until tender before being coated in a creamy, tangy sauce created by fire-roasted green chile peppers, softened Neufchatel cheese, and milk. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3.	Add the Mexican squash noodles to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
4.	In a separate bowl, combine the softened Neufchatel cheese, fire-roasted diced green chile peppers, and milk.
5.	Add the cheese mixture to the skillet and stir until the squash noodles are coated in the creamy sauce.
6.	Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Serve hot.

PROS

Mexican Squoodles with Creamy Fire-Roasted Green Chile Sauce is a low-carb, flavorful alternative to traditional pasta dishes that is easy to prepare and delicious.

The creamy sauce, created with fire-roasted green chile peppers, adds a rich and tangy flavor to the dish.

CONS

Mexican Squoodles can be difficult to cut into noodle shapes and may require specialized kitchen tools.

Consuming too many squash noodles may cause stomach issues such as bloating and gas.

While not high in calories or fat, the sauce can add additional calories if not consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mexican Squoodles are packed with vitamins and nutrients such as fiber, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C.
These nutrients help promote healthy digestion, reduce inflammation, and support the immune system.
The Neufchatel cheese in the sauce contains fewer calories and less fat than regular cream cheese while still providing the same creamy texture.