Cilantro Pesto
Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod
Easy homemade cilantro pesto made with fresh cilantro, pepitas, olive oil, lime juice, and garlic. Serve with grilled meats, tacos, vegetables, eggs, salads, and more!
Servings: 16
Calories: 48kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed cilantro leaves
- 1/3 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/3 cup pepitas
- 1 clove garlic
- Juice of 1 large lime
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, olive oil, pepitas, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth. Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary.
Notes
If you want a kick, you can add in one diced jalapeño.
Nutrition
Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg