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CILANTRO PESTO

"Feel free to make this simple pesto ahead of time and freeze it." This brightly colored pesto tastes as fresh as it looks! Karen Deaver, Babylon Village, NY

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6



Cilantro Pesto image

Steps:

  • Place cilantro and cheese in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add walnuts and lime juice; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with shrimp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup olive oil
Cooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

CILANTRO PESTO

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



Cilantro Pesto image

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

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

GRILLED CAULIFLOWER WITH CILANTRO PESTO

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12



Grilled Cauliflower with Cilantro Pesto image

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high.
  • Add the cauliflower, olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to a large mixing bowl. Toss to coat the cauliflower. Transfer to a grill basket and grill, tossing occasionally, until the cauliflower is charred in places and softened, about 10 minutes. (This can alternatively be done on an indoor grill pan.)
  • Transfer the grilled cauliflower to the serving bowl with the Cilantro Pesto and toss to coat.
  • Garnish with Cotija cheese and cilantro. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
  • Add the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, pepper flakes and garlic to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse together until the garlic is finely chopped. Next, add the cilantro and blend until smooth. Add the cashews and Cotija cheese and pulse until the mixture becomes a thick paste and is evenly combined. Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and set aside until the cauliflower is grilled.

1 large head cauliflower, cut into 1- to 2-inch florets (about 6 cups)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cilantro Pesto, recipe follows
Cotija cheese and cilantro leaves, for serving
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lime zest and 3 tablespoons lime juice, from 1 to 2 limes
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, smashed and peeled
2 cups packed cilantro leaves
1 cup roasted and unsalted cashews
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese

FABULOUS CILANTRO PESTO

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



Fabulous Cilantro Pesto image

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

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

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