Cilantro Chili Lime Cashew Pesto Recipes

CILANTRO JALAPENO PESTO WITH LIME

This is a spicy alternative to classic basil pesto. You can control the spiciness by using less jalapeno and by removing the seeds and white membrane of the pepper before adding it to the pesto. If you like the spice, just throw it all in!

Provided by Kelly Van Hooser Turner

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Vegetarian

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Steps:

Combine the cilantro, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, and Parmesan cheese in a blender; pulse until the mixture reaches a soft, paste-like consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 68.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Ingredients

1 bunch fresh cilantro
2 ½ tablespoons toasted pine nuts
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
5 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
½ fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded
¼ cup grated Parmesan 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

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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

Ingredients

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

CHILI-LIME CASHEWS

It's a bright idea to add citrus to the classic party pairing of cool drinks, such as our Orange-Rum Punch, and crunchy nuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

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Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, using the back of a wooden spoon, grind salt with lime zest. Add dark-brown sugar, red-pepper flakes, and egg white and whisk together until frothy. Add cashews and toss to coat.
Spread cashew mixture in a single layer onto a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Bake until golden, 20 minutes. Let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 g, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8 g

Ingredients

2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
2 tablespoons dark-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 large egg white
3 cups raw unsalted cashews