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Cilantro Lime Pesto

A zesty twist on traditional pesto, perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cilantro packed
  • ½ cup Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Lime zest and juice
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth.
  2. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cilantro, Lime, Pesto
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