Cilantro

Cilantro and Garlic Pesto

This quick and easy cilantro pesto recipe is the perfect way to use any extra cilantro you have in the fridge. Serve it on grilled meats, pastas, meatballs, sandwiches, mixed into soups and anything that needs a fresh and herbaceous pop of flavor!

Cilantro and Garlic Pesto

Ingredients

  • 1 c. scapes, cut into 1” pieces (6-8 scapes)
  • 1 bunch cilantro, coarsely chopped (leaves & stems)
  • ½ c. raw pumpkin or sunflower seeds, toasted & cooled
  • ⅓ c. Driftless sunflower or olive oil
  • ½ tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Combine all in food processor & pulse until smooth.
  2. Use within a week in the fridge or freeze.
  3. Makes a fantastic dip with sour cream or spread with cream cheese.
  4. Delicious tossed with pasta. Or jazz up a basic vinaigrette dressing with a couple of spoonfuls.

This recipe brought to you by Driftless Organics, certified organic produce since 1993. Find our produce at Whole Foods Market and most of the food co-ops throughout the midwest!

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