Ingredients for Cilantro Lemon Pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 cups packed fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for thinning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or more for extra zing
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
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How to Make Cilantro Lemon Pesto
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor.
- Process until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add more olive oil if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice for extra zing or salt to taste.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
7g
Carbs
0g