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Cilantro Pesto Recipe
Learn how to make the best Cilantro Pesto in this easy recipe.
Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
20
minutes
mins
Course:
Sauce
Cuisine:
Mexican
Servings:
5
Calories:
293
kcal
Author:
Chrystal Johnson
Equipment
Knife
Cutting Board
Cheese grater
Measuring cups and spoons
Blender or food processor
Small saucepan
Silicone spatula
Ingredients
1
bunch
cilantro leaves and stems
6
cloves
garlic
minced
½
cup
chopped pecans
¼
cup
Parmesan cheese
grated
¼
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
½
teaspoon
sea salt
½
cup
extra virgin olive oil
1 ½
tablespoons
fresh squeezed lime juice
Instructions
Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor.
Blend until it reaches your desired consistency and texture.
Warm the mixture in a small saucepan over medium heat just until it starts to bubble.
Serve you delicious pesto with your favorite pasta or on toasted bread.
Nutrition
Calories:
293
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
3
g
|
Protein:
3
g
|
Fat:
31
g
|
Saturated Fat:
4
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
5
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
21
g
|
Cholesterol:
3
mg
|
Sodium:
315
mg
|
Potassium:
80
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin A:
197
IU
|
Vitamin C:
3
mg
|
Calcium:
76
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg