MEXICAN PESTO

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Classic pesto South of the border style.

Provided by Ken from CA

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

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 bunch cilantro
¼ cup grated cotija cheese
4 cloves garlic
1 serrano chile pepper, seeded
½ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the pumpkin seeds in a food processor or blender; pulse until coarsely chopped. Add cilantro, cheese, garlic, chile pepper, salt, and olive oil; cover and process until smooth, scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula as necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 5.8 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 262 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Ahvi - Main
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Liza Nichols
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This pesto is the perfect way to add a pop of flavor to your favorite Mexican dishes.


John Morris
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I'm always looking for new pesto recipes and this one is definitely a winner. It's so flavorful and versatile. I can't wait to try it on other dishes.


Juwariyah Smells
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I used this pesto to make a simple pasta dish and it was delicious. I just cooked some spaghetti according to the package directions and then tossed it with the pesto. It was a quick and easy meal that was packed with flavor.


Happy Kumalo
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This pesto is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my food processor and pulsed it a few times. It was ready in less than 5 minutes.


Rhianna Harman
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but I found this pesto to be just the right amount of heat. It's flavorful without being overpowering.


Jaco Ekkerd
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This pesto is a great way to use up leftover cilantro. I always have a bunch of cilantro in my fridge and I'm always looking for new ways to use it.


Patel Chandrakant
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Mexican food. It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


js raju
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This pesto is the perfect way to add a little Mexican flair to your favorite dishes.


Md Alamgir HOSSAIN
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I love the bright green color of this pesto. It's so vibrant and inviting.


Gadiel Araujo
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This pesto is so versatile! I've used it on tacos, burritos, and even as a dip. It's always a hit.


Chidalu Dalu
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I really enjoyed this pesto. The flavors are well-balanced and it's not too spicy.


Shoaib Magsi
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I made this pesto last night and it was delicious! I used it on chicken tacos and it was a huge hit. The pesto is so easy to make and it adds so much flavor.


Jessica Martin
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This pesto is the perfect way to add a little something extra to your favorite Mexican dishes. I love the combination of cilantro, jalapeño, and lime.


babu das
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I've never had Mexican pesto before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so fresh and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sam Prosper
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This recipe for Mexican pesto is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I used it to make tacos and it was a huge hit with my family.