PECAN CILANTRO PESTO

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This is a variation of the classic pesto made with cilantro and pecans rather than basil and pine nuts.

Provided by DCSWeb

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch cilantro
1 clove garlic
¼ cup olive oil
½ cup chopped pecans
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Remove and discard the big stems from the cilantro and place it into the bowl of a food processor. Add garlic and pecans. Pulse until finely chopped. Season with pepper and then continue to process while drizzling in the olive oil to your desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 48.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 13.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

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