COLD GINGER PESTO

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A really great Asian-influenced alternative to traditional pesto! This is great tossed with poached chicken or pasta!

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup light vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup green onion
1/4 cup ginger, minced
2 tablespoons shallots, minced
1/4 cup lightly packed cilantro
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan heat oil, add salt and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cool to room temperature and blend the oil with the ginger, green onions, cilantro, shallots, white pepper and in a food processor.
  • Stir the macadamia nuts into the pesto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1543.8, Fat 161.2, SaturatedFat 16.2, Sodium 1181.3, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 8.3

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This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. It's easy to make and it can be used in a variety of dishes.


miriam kashora
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I love this pesto! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I've been using it on everything from pasta to grilled chicken.


Jim Norgard
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This pesto is so flavorful and refreshing. It's the perfect way to add some extra flavor to your meals. I've been using it on everything from pasta to sandwiches.


Adebola Evbota
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This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. It's easy to make and it can be used in a variety of dishes. I love it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables.


Vasuvi Vasu
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This pesto is amazing! It's the perfect combination of flavors and it's so easy to make. I've been using it on everything from pasta to grilled chicken.


lady D.f Ekhator
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I love this pesto! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've been using it on everything from pasta to sandwiches.


LaDonna Jenkins
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pesto is flavorful and versatile, and it can be used on a variety of dishes.


Pamela Lloyd
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This pesto is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of ginger, mint, and basil. It's the perfect way to add some extra flavor to your meals.


Monique Van heerden
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. The ginger and mint add a really nice flavor that makes it more refreshing and less heavy.


Rubz Carino
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This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals. It's easy to make and it can be used in a variety of dishes.


Michaela Goodwin
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I love this pesto! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a hit.


Lasani Mobile
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This is a great recipe! The pesto is easy to make and it tastes delicious. I used it on grilled chicken and it was a hit with my family.


Aneela Singh
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of ginger, mint, and basil. I've been using it on everything from pasta to sandwiches.


William Roether
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of ginger. But I'm so glad I did! The ginger flavor is subtle and not at all overpowering. This pesto is now one of my favorites.


Kiwanuka Erunayo
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This pesto is so easy to make, and it's so versatile. I've used it as a marinade for chicken, as a dipping sauce for vegetables, and as a spread for sandwiches. It's always delicious.


Kelly Robertson (Ellymay)
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I love the unique flavor of this pesto. The ginger gives it a nice zing, and the mint and basil add a refreshing touch. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and fish, and it's always a hit.


Mah K
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This cold ginger pesto is a refreshing twist on the classic pesto sauce. The ginger adds a bit of a spicy kick, while the mint and basil add a lovely freshness. I used it to top grilled chicken, and it was delicious!