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Cilantro-Basil Pesto

Updated: Sep 18, 2019
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cilantro basil pesto delish
Erika Lapresto
Yields:
6 - 8
Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
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Classic pesto is made with basil leaves, Parmesan, and pine nuts.  But pesto is infinitely adaptable. You can swap in whichever kinds of herbs, cheese, and nuts your heart desires. Here, we're using a combination of cilantro and basil (it's SO fresh!) with cotija cheese and almonds. The result is a punchier, brighter tasting pesto that tastes as delicious on pasta as it does in a quesadilla or on a burger. We promise. 

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups

    fresh cilantro (leaves and stems)

  • 1 cup

    fresh basil leaves

  • 1/2 cup

    extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup

    crumbled cotija

  • 1/4 cup

    almonds

  • 1

    clove garlic

  • 1 tsp.

    kosher salt

Directions

    1. Step 1In the bowl of a food processor, combine cilantro, basil, and oil and pulse until combined. Add Cotija, almonds, garlic, and salt and blend until combined.
    2. Step 2Store in an airtight container up to 1 week.

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