Cilantro Pesto

Tara Coulter โ€“ HSA Staff Librarian

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Bright and zesty cilantro pesto that works perfectly for pasta, sandwiches, or to freeze for later.

SERVINGS: 1 cup (approx.)
RECIPE CATEGORY: Simple Ideas
HERB: Cilantro
KEYWORDS: cilantro, pesto, sauce

Ingredients

  

  • 4 cups cilantro (whole leaves, packed)
  • ยฝ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • โ…“ cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • โ…“ cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 juice of one lemon
  • ยผ teaspoon salt or more, to taste

Instructions

 

  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor. Process until smooth. Makes about 1 cup. Enjoy fresh or freeze for later use.

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