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!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 129 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.