Best 6 Creamy Cilantro Pesto Sauce Recipes
Indulge your taste buds in a culinary symphony of flavors with our creamy cilantro pesto sauce. This vibrant and versatile sauce is a symphony of fresh cilantro, zesty lemon, nutty Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, all blended together to create a creamy and flavorful masterpiece. It's a perfect accompaniment to a variety of dishes, from grilled chicken or fish to pasta and vegetables.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
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
CILANTRO PESTO
"Feel free to make this simple pesto ahead of time and freeze it." This brightly colored pesto tastes as fresh as it looks! Karen Deaver, Babylon Village, NY
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cilantro and cheese in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add walnuts and lime juice; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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
CILANTRO PESTO
This quick and easy cilantro pesto recipe is the perfect way to use up any extra cilantro you have. Serve on grilled meat, seafood, pasta and more!
Provided by Isabel Eats
Categories Sauce
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender and pulse until mostly smooth.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 120 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 243 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 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
CREAMY CILANTRO PESTO
Creamy cilantro pesto is great as a topping for chicken, Use it as a dip at your party, pesto pizza or you can use it as it was intended...on pasta or gnocchi. Very yummy and a great way for kids to get in veggies and dairy! it makes your kitchen smell so good,....it reminded me of spring. I hope you enjoy! ***This makes about 3 cups of pesto** **Can also be stored for up to 5 days in refrigerator**
Provided by Culinary Connoisseur
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put cilantro, walnuts, garlic, lemon juice, green onions, and salt in the blender.
- Blend until formed into a smooth paste.
- Add Broccoli, Oil and basil, Blend until smooth.
- Last add Parmesan Cheese and the Swiss cheese. **If at this point the mixture is too thick add more oil and lemon juice a little at a time -- remember a little goes a long way.
- Pulse on high until it has turned into a creamy consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.9, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 362.9, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 10
Tips:
- Use fresh cilantro and basil for the best flavor.
- If you don't have pine nuts, you can substitute walnuts or almonds.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little bit of heat.
- Serve the pesto immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- You can also freeze the pesto for up to 3 months.
- Use the pesto as a dip for vegetables, crackers, or bread.
- Toss the pesto with pasta, rice, or quinoa.
- Use the pesto as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu.
- Add the pesto to soups, stews, or casseroles.
Conclusion:
Creamy cilantro pesto sauce is a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use. With its bright, herbaceous flavor and creamy texture, cilantro pesto is a surefire way to add a burst of flavor to your next meal.
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