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Cilantro Pesto

This inexpensive cilantro pesto made with almonds is a simple, easy way to use extra cilantro. It's vegan, dairy free, and paleo approved.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds (or 2/3 cup whole almonds)
  • 2 cups fresh cilantro (large stems removed)
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredient in the bowl of a food processor.
  • Blend until smooth, scraping sides as needed.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt & pepper, to taste.

Notes

* This sauce recipe does not include pasta, you can use this recipe with any type of pasta (make sure to add a tablespoon or two of pasta water).

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcal Carbohydrates: 2g Protein: 2g Fat: 17g Saturated Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g Monounsaturated Fat: 12g Trans Fat: 0.001g Sodium: 149mg Potassium: 78mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 0.4g Vitamin A: 289IU Vitamin C: 2mg Calcium: 23mg Iron: 0.4mg