Vibrant Cilantro & Pepita Green Pesto
This vibrant cilantro and pepita pesto delivers fresh Latin flair with bold herbs, warm spices, and creamy texture — perfect for pasta, tacos, vegetables, or spreading on crusty bread.
Equipment
- Measuring cups
- measuring spoons,
Ingrediënten
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup 138 g shelled pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
- 1 tablespoon 15 g minced garlic
- 2 cups 50 g fresh cilantro leaves
- ¾ cup 180 ml olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructies
- Place the cilantro, olive oil, pepitas, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper into a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding salt, pepper, or more spice to suit your preference.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a small amount of olive oil or water to loosen the pesto.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip
Use as a dip, taco topping, pasta sauce, sandwich spread, or swirl into vegan mayo for instant green aioli.
Wine Pairing
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc complements this pesto beautifully — fresh, zesty, and bold enough to keep up with the vibrant cilantro.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 2 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 0 g | Salt: 0.1 g
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