Creamy Cilantro Pesto Recipes

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CREAMY CILANTRO PESTO SAUCE



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A delicious creamy topping for chicken or fish. Can be served cold or hot. I personally prefer it cold on top of hot broiled lemon pepper mahi mahi with brown rice and steamed spinach. Garnish dish with cilantro leaves after topping with sauce.

Provided by KB

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch cilantro leaves
½ cup reduced-fat cream cheese
5 artichoke hearts
2 green onions, or more to taste
5 leaves fresh basil, or more to taste
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper
½ lemon, juiced
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Blend cilantro leaves, cream cheese, artichoke hearts, green onions, basil, jalapeno pepper, lemon juice, and salt in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 152.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CREAMY CILANTRO PESTO



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Creamy cilantro pesto is great as a topping for chicken, Use it as a dip at your party, pesto pizza or you can use it as it was intended...on pasta or gnocchi. Very yummy and a great way for kids to get in veggies and dairy! it makes your kitchen smell so good,....it reminded me of spring. I hope you enjoy! ***This makes about 3 cups of pesto** **Can also be stored for up to 5 days in refrigerator**

Provided by Culinary Connoisseur

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch cilantro (the large stems cut off near the bottom of the bunch)
1/2 cup walnuts (chopped)
3 -4 large garlic cloves (whole)
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 bunch green onion (green parts only)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup broccoli (about 1 crown,stems removed)
2 tablespoons basil (dried)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (ok to use bottled kind for spaghetti)
1/2 cup vegetable oil (can use olive if you want)
3 tablespoons laughing cow swiss cheese (approximately 3 wedges, individually wrapped soft spread)

Steps:

  • Put cilantro, walnuts, garlic, lemon juice, green onions, and salt in the blender.
  • Blend until formed into a smooth paste.
  • Add Broccoli, Oil and basil, Blend until smooth.
  • Last add Parmesan Cheese and the Swiss cheese. **If at this point the mixture is too thick add more oil and lemon juice a little at a time -- remember a little goes a long way.
  • Pulse on high until it has turned into a creamy consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.9, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 362.9, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 10

CILANTRO PESTO



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This is a wonderful twist on pesto. Sometimes the basil version gets old and you want to impress everyone at the dinner table or potluck with a tasty new version.

Provided by DragonShoes

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup almonds
3 large garlic cloves
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine the cilantro, garlic and almonds in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Add the parmesan, oil and salt and puree to a smooth paste. Stir into hot pasta and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 447.3, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 2, Sugar 1, Protein 6.3

FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO



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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.

Provided by Gena Urias

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
1 bunch fresh cilantro
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup walnuts or pecans
salt to taste
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and return water to a boil. Cook pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain well.
  • In an electric food processor or blender, blend cilantro, garlic, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, nuts, and salt. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil, and blend the pesto. Add more olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
  • Pour pesto in a small saucepan and warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until pesto begins to simmer. Pour over cooked pasta and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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