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Cilantro pesto in a bowl with a spoon.

Cilantro Pesto

Keep this easy cilantro pesto recipe in your back pocket. It takes 10 minutes to whip up and is so flavorful and versatile. Enjoy on pasta, as a marinade or a dip!
Prep 10 minutes
Total 10 minutes
Fat 26
Carbs 2
Protein 5
Yield 6

Ingredients

  • ½ cup pepitas salted and roasted
  • 1 bunch cilantro stems removed
  • 1 cup fresh basil ~1.5 oz
  • 1 jalapeno seeded
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 5 oz. cotija cheese ~1 cup
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Place all of the ingredients into a food processor.
    a food processor filled with various ingredients.
  • Process on high for about 60 seconds. Make sure not to over-process as some grittiness is great for texture.
    a food processor filled with green pesto.
  • If your pesto is too thick add more olive oil, 1 teaspoon at a time.
    Cilantro pesto in a bowl with a spoon.

Tips & Notes

  • Seeding the jalapeño should take the heat out, but it can be completely omitted if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.2g