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Pecan Cilantro Pesto

Submitted by: DCSWeb 
This is a variation of the classic pesto made with cilantro and pecans rather than basil and pine nuts. 

Cilantro Jalapeno Pesto with Lime

Submitted by: KELIQUE 
This is a spicy alternative to classic basil pesto. Add to pasta, fish, or chicken dishes as you would any other pesto sauce. 

Cilantro Chili-Lime Cashew Pesto

Submitted by: Michelle Reger Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Living In: New Hope, Minnesota, USA
Cilantro, parsley, chili-lime cashews, and lime juice are blended together in this spicy version of a classic pesto sauce.  

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Mexican Pesto

Submitted by: Ken from CA 
Living In: Camarillo, California, USA
The classic pesto sauce gets a south of the border make over with cilantro, pepitas, chile, and Mexican cotija cheese. 

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15-Year-Old Pesto Sauce

Submitted by: Love2Cook 
Try this simple and quick pesto on your next batch of pasta. 

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Summer Herb Pesto

Submitted by: thislittlepiggy 
Home Town: Richmond, Indiana, USA
Living In: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Fresh basil, parsley, oregano, and spinach are blended with pine nuts and Parmesan cheese in this pesto recipe. 

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Fabulous Cilantro Pesto

Submitted 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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Spicy Cilantro Dressing

Submitted by: CHILEFACE 
Cilantro salad dressing with lime and green onion that gets a bit of a kick from fresh jalapeno peppers. 

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Spinach Basil Pesto

Submitted by: Dianne Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Home Town: Iowa City, Iowa, USA
Living In: St. Cloud, Minnesota, USA
Spinach, basil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and Parmesan cheese work together in this tasty pesto recipe. 

Pasta with Cilantro Pesto and Barley

Submitted by: KRISTINLEE8 
This pasta dish is completely virtuous and completely delicious. And it's easy! Use any short, substantial pasta you like if you can't find orechietti. You can also make this with other fresh herbs. Good with more Parmesan on top! 
 
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