Pecan Cilantro Pesto Recipe
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Pecan Cilantro Pesto

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"This is a variation of the classic pesto made with cilantro and pecans rather than basil and pine nuts."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (3)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
10 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 /2 cup
 

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Remove and discard the big stems from the cilantro and place it into the bowl of a food processor. Add garlic and pecans. Pulse until finely chopped. Season with pepper and then continue to process while drizzling in the olive oil to your desired consistency.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 454 | Total Fat: 48.6g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 26, 2008 by The Messy Cook   view full review
a very nice taste...needed a little more evoo and added a little salt to taste.
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2010 by candlebat   view full review
Pretty good...a different twist on pesto. Next time I make it I think it will taste good with...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2008 by BakingBot   view full review
My friend Matt made this and recommends using another type of nut. He topped chicken with the...

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