MINT - CILANTRO PESTO

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A dollop of this on poached salmon, grilled chickin, lamb, tomato soup and chile really livens things up!!

Provided by RecipeMonster

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 jalapeno, chopped (remove seeds)
1 tablespoon onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh mint leaves, washed and spun dry
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, washed and spun dry
1/2 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Pour olive oil into bowl of food processor.
  • Add garlic, jalapeno and onion, and process until pureed.
  • Add mint and cilantro leaves, pulsing on and off until a grainy puree forms.
  • Add toasted pine nuts and pulse again.
  • Gradually add Parmesan cheese, and a few more drops of olive oil if needed to blend ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 98.3, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.5, Protein 3.8

Jaime Cruz
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This pesto is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it on pasta and grilled chicken.


Tyra saleem
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I'm always looking for new pesto recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so delicious and versatile.


The Weed
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This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your favorite dishes. I especially love it on pasta and chicken.


Gamer KH
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I love the bright green color of this pesto. It's so vibrant and inviting.


tarikurrohmantaznur 01
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I've never made pesto before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Shaju Ahamd
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This pesto is so good, I could eat it by the spoonful.


Reena Mandhwani
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I made this pesto for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Milan Jerung
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This pesto is a great way to use up fresh herbs. I always have a bunch of mint and cilantro in my garden, so this is a perfect recipe for me.


Waseem Anabiya
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I really enjoyed this pesto. The mint really balances out the flavor.


3 stars
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This pesto is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a blender and have it ready in minutes.


Alysia Taximaroa
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I love the combination of mint and cilantro in this pesto. It's so refreshing and unique.


Hussnain Ali king
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and even as a dip for vegetables. It's always a hit!