Fabulous Cilantro Pesto Recipe
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Fabulous Cilantro Pesto

By: Gena Urias  
"This is a delicious version of the classic with a little more zip! You can substitute the vinegar with lime juice, lemon juice or Italian salad dressing."

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What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
  2. In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
  3. Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 338 | Total Fat: 15.7g | Cholesterol: 3mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2006 by Newlywedws 
This may be deserving of a five, but only after some changes are made....what's up w/ the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 16, 2004 by MAWAITE 
Wow! This was really good! The only thing I substituted was pine nuts instead of the other... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2003 by KSDIENER 
I used this recipe to create a quick and easy appetizer I had at a party a few years ago. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2007 by E.Florida 
This was great! To adjust to personal taste: I use only 2 cloves of garlic, which was plenty.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2005 by Julie 
Excellent! I added some water as a replacement for half the oil. The flavors were definitely... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2007 by LIANA 
read previous reviews so subbed lemon juice for vinegar. Had pine nuts after making basil... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2007 by Jill R. 
I was not expecting much from this, but it was very good! I often buy fresh cilantro to use a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2006 by MeganM 
We loved this! We used it first as a sauce with grilled chicken breasts, and used the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2008 by EmeraldApes28 
This is excellent! I followed the recipe as far as the pesto goes but then decided to add... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2006 by Sarah S 
Terrific on pasta. A very good alternative to basil based pestos. MORE

 
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