Cilantro Pesto

This cilantro pesto recipe is a fun take on standard pesto; it's quick and easy to make! You can use this tasty pesto as a dip for bread, crackers, and fresh vegetables.

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Course: Appetizer, Condiments

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keyword: cilantro pesto

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1

Servings: servings

Calories: 1341kcal

Equipment

1 Food processor

Ingredients

2 cups of cilantro chopped, including stems
½ cup cashew
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

In a food processor or blender, combine the chopped cilantro, cashews, garlic cloves, and kosher salt.
Pulse a few times until the ingredients are coarsely chopped and mixed.
Add the lemon juice to the mixture.
While the food processor or blender is running, slowly pour in the olive oil.
Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Add more olive oil if you need it to achieve your desired consistency.
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
If the pesto is too thick, add more olive oil or lemon juice and blend again.
Transfer the cilantro pesto to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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