You don’t always have to use the traditional pesto ingredients to come up with a delicious pesto. Try experimenting with cilantro, parsley or arugula instead of basil and almonds, pistachios or cashews instead of pine nuts. Here is a recipe for cilantro pesto that can be used as a base for pizza or tossed with pasta. Enjoy!

• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 cup almonds, cashews, or other nuts
• 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 Tbs lemon juice
• 6 Tbs olive oil
• sea salt to taste
• dash of cayenne papper

Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Adjust oil and seasoning where needed.

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