Best Creamy Cilantro Pesto Sauce Recipes
ZHOUG: SPICY CILANTRO PESTO RECIPE
Zhoug is a lesser known Mediterranean sauce, but a must-try! Think spicy, fragrant, cilantro pesto...kinda.
Provided by The Mediterranean Dish
Categories Sauce/Dip
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade, add the jalapeno, garlic and salt. Coarsely chop.
- Now add cilantro, parsley and spices. Run processor until a finer thick paste forms.
- Transfer the cilantro paste to a bowl. Add the olive oil and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Sugar 2.1 g, Sodium 307 mg, Fat 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg
FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO
This is a delicious version of the classic with a little more zip! You can substitute the vinegar with lime juice, lemon juice or Italian salad dressing.
Provided by Gena Urias
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
- In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
- Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
CREAMY CILANTRO PESTO SAUCE
A delicious creamy topping for chicken or fish. Can be served cold or hot. I personally prefer it cold on top of hot broiled lemon pepper mahi mahi with brown rice and steamed spinach. Garnish dish with cilantro leaves after topping with sauce.
Provided by KB
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Blend cilantro leaves, cream cheese, artichoke hearts, green onions, basil, jalapeno pepper, lemon juice, and salt in a blender until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 152.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
GREEN CHILE-CILANTRO PESTO SAUCE (PASTA)
This comes from Cook's Country and I love everything from their magazine. I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and I adore cilantro.
Provided by ihvhope
Categories High In...
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Puree cilantro, cheese, green chile, jalapeno, pine nuts, and garlic in food processor until smooth, scraping down sides as necessary.
- With processor running, add oil in steady stream until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss pesto with cooked pasta and reserved pasta cooking water, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 507.9, Fat 43.8, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 586.1, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 6.7, Protein 18.2
CILANTRO PESTO
This is a wonderful twist on pesto. Sometimes the basil version gets old and you want to impress everyone at the dinner table or potluck with a tasty new version.
Provided by DragonShoes
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the cilantro, garlic and almonds in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add the parmesan, oil and salt and puree to a smooth paste. Stir into hot pasta and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 447.3, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 2, Sugar 1, Protein 6.3
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