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Cilantro & Pumpkin Seed Pesto

:  May/June 1997, The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)

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Serve this nutty, spicy pesto with Vegetarian Enchiladas, Blueberry-Beef Burgers, black beans, grilled chicken or fish.


Cilantro & Pumpkin Seed Pesto Recipe

Makes: About 2/3 cup

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Nutrition Profile

Diabetes appropriate | Low calorie | Low carbohydrate | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup hulled pumpkin seeds, (pepitas)
  • 2 jalapeño peppers, quartered and seeded
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Salt, to taste

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Preparation

  1. Lightly toast pumpkin seeds in a small heavy skillet over medium heat, for about 2 minutes. Place in a blender or food processor; add jalapeños, cilantro, sour cream and lime juice. Blend until smooth. Season with salt.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon: 31 calories; 3 g fat ( 1 g sat , 1 g mono ); 2 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 0 g fiber; 17 mg sodium; 54 mg potassium.

Exchanges: 1/2 fat


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Recipe Categories

Ethnic/Regional
American
Mexican
Southwest
Health & Diet Considerations
Diabetes appropriate
Low calorie
Low carbohydrate
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
Gluten free
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
15 minutes or less
Servings
8 or more
Meal/Course
Dinner

Season
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Style/Theme
Make ahead instructions
Quick (total 30 min. or less)
Vegetarian
Type of Dish
Sauce/Condiment, savory
Publication
The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)
May/June 1997
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