Creamy Cilantro Pesto Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and luscious Creamy Cilantro Pesto Sauce. Bursting with fresh cilantro, bright lemon, and a subtle hint of jalapeño, it's the perfect complement to grilled chicken, flaky white fish, or even tossed with your favorite pasta. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing twist, or warm it gently to enhance its aromatic flavors.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
3 g
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Cholesterol
9 mg
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Fiber
1 g
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Protein
2 g
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Saturated Fat
2 g
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Sodium
153 mg
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Sugar
0 g
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Fat
3 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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2 mins
Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender. (2 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
Blend until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. (3-5 minutes)
03 Step
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1 mins
Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Add more jalapeño for extra heat, lemon juice for brightness, or salt to enhance the flavors. (1 minute)
04 Step
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0 mins
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a smoother sauce, soak the artichoke hearts in warm water for 10 minutes before blending.
If you prefer a vegan version, substitute the cream cheese with a plant-based cream cheese alternative or 1/4 cup of soaked cashews.
This sauce is also delicious as a dip for vegetables or crackers.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.1/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
Marlee Botsford
Apr 27, 2025Easy to make and so flavorful. Will definitely make this again!
Raegan Hodkiewicz
Apr 25, 2025I added a clove of garlic and it was fantastic!
Meredith Sanford
Mar 27, 2025Absolutely loved this sauce! I used it on grilled salmon and it was a huge hit.