Cilantro Pesto

By Caudagali

A variation of the traditional basil pesto that can be used in many ways.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves (rinsed if needed), packed
• 1/3 cup cashews (pepita or sunflower seeds would be a good substitute)
• 3 medium sized garlic cloves, smashed
• Juice from half a lime
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from runningfoodie.blogspot.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Pulse the cashews a few times in the food processor until coarsely chopped. Place all the cilantro, garlic and lime juice in and pulse a few more times.

2. Slowly add the olive oil in a constant stream while the food processor is on. Stop to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a rubber spatula. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.