CILANTRO JALAPENO PESTO WITH LIME
This is a spicy alternative to classic basil pesto. You can control the spiciness by using less jalapeno and by removing the seeds and white membrane of the pepper before adding it to the pesto. If you like the spice, just throw it all in!
Provided by Kelly Van Hooser Turner
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Vegetarian
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine the cilantro, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, and Parmesan cheese in a blender; pulse until the mixture reaches a soft, paste-like consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 68.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CILANTRO JALAPENO PESTO
Love my cilantro!! You can use this as a dip as well.
Provided by Lynn Socko @lynnsocko
Categories Vegetable Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place all ingredients into food processor and puree. Add more water if necessary. Flavor increases after it sits for a while, cut back on garlic amount if desired.
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