SPICY CILANTRO PESTO

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A different twist on pesto.

Provided by Amber

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

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup toasted sliced almonds
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
½ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toast almonds in small skillet over medium-low heat until light golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the garlic cloves in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature; chop.
  • Pulse the almonds, garlic, and cilantro together in a food processor until roughly chopped. Slowly stream the 1/2 cup olive oil into the mixture with the food processor running continually. Add the lemon juice, red pepper, salt and pepper and continue processing until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 5.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Saiful Islam Shishir
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy pesto. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to cook.


Jank Kusbaha
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I really enjoyed this pesto. The flavor is well-balanced and not too overpowering.


Paulina Quayson
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This pesto is a great way to add some extra flavor to your favorite dishes. It's also really easy to make, and it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.


Thanks Anod
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I love this pesto! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables.


Miss World
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I've made this pesto several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect addition to any Italian dish.


Mary Engel
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This pesto is a great way to use up leftover cilantro. It's also really easy to make, and it tastes great on just about anything.


Mehak Ali
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I'm so glad I did! The cilantro flavor is actually really mild, and the overall flavor of the pesto is just delicious.


Nilosuas Tasuloni
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This is the best pesto I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it tastes incredible. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Destiny Venegas
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I love the spicy kick of this pesto. It's the perfect way to add some excitement to a simple dish.


Cherie Campbell
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This pesto is amazing! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on pasta, chicken, and even fish, and it's always a hit.