CILANTRO-PEPITA PESTO
This flavorful recipe is one of the ways I came up with to use all the cilantro in my garden. Serve it with pasta, tortilla chips for dipping or in any dish that needs perking up. -Ami Okasinski, Memphis, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the first five ingredients in a food processor; cover and pulse just until chopped. Add the lime and lemon juices and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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MD. Tamim
[email protected]This pesto is a bit spicy, but I like that. It gives it a nice kick. If you don't like spicy food, you can always reduce the amount of jalapeño pepper.
Ahmed gerndo
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. I've used it on sandwiches, wraps, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a hit.
GENE THE MEAN
[email protected]This pesto is really easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my food processor and pulsed it until it was smooth. It took less than 5 minutes.
Colin Emslie
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I actually really liked this pesto. The cilantro flavor is subtle and it's really well-balanced by the other ingredients.
Orquidia Acanda
[email protected]This pesto is really versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and as a marinade for chicken. It's always delicious.
kira kristoff
[email protected]I love the bright green color of this pesto. It's so vibrant and inviting. The flavor is also really good. It's fresh and herbaceous, with a slight nutty flavor from the pepitas.
Kisendo mike
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up leftover herbs. I had some cilantro and basil that was about to go bad, so I decided to make this pesto. It turned out great!
tipu mia
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I still enjoyed this pesto. The other ingredients really helped to balance out the cilantro flavor.
Rajan Bhai94
[email protected]This pesto is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are all high-quality and the flavor is amazing.
Shahzad Ahmad
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. I've used it on sandwiches, wraps, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a hit.
JOHNWICK GAMING
[email protected]I used this pesto on pasta and it was delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it coated the pasta perfectly. I also tried it on grilled chicken and it was equally as good.
Jeremaih Okoye
[email protected]I love that this pesto is made with pepitas instead of pine nuts. Pepitas are a lot cheaper and easier to find. Plus, they add a nice nutty flavor to the pesto.
Azhar Shah
[email protected]This pesto is really easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my food processor and pulsed it until it was smooth. It took less than 5 minutes.
buddy lazer
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of cilantro. But I'm glad I did! The cilantro flavor is actually really subtle in this pesto. It's more of a background flavor that complements the other ingredients.
Michael Isbill
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to use up leftover cilantro. I had a bunch that was about to go bad, so I decided to try this recipe. It turned out great! The pesto is flavorful and delicious.
Hamza Nazeer
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pesto recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The cilantro and pepitas give it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. I used it on chicken and it was delicious.
PRINCE SAZZAD
[email protected]This pesto is amazing! I used it on grilled shrimp and it was perfect. The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again.
Crickett
[email protected]Cilantro Pepita Pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on everything from pasta to grilled chicken. I love the bright, fresh flavor of the cilantro and the nutty crunch of the pepitas. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonu