RECIPES: Cilantro-walnut pesto

CILANTRO-WALNUT PESTO

Makes 1 cup.

• 3 packed c. cilantro (mostly stemmed) (about 10 oz.)

• 1 to 2 small garlic cloves

• 1 c. walnuts

• 1/4 tsp. salt

• 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice

Directions

Place the cilantro, garlic, walnuts and salt in a food processor fitted with steel blade. Pulse until pulverized, adding the lemon juice as you go.

Run the processor again, drizzling in the olive oil in a steady stream. When it reaches a consistency that looks right to you, stop the machine. Transfer the pesto to a small container with a tight-fitting lid.

Smooth the top of the pesto with the back of a spoon and add a thin layer of olive oil to cover the surface. Cover and chill. Use as desired with pasta, added to soup or as a spread.

Nutrition information per 2 tablespoons:

Carbohydrates3 gSaturated fat2 gCalcium33 mg

Protein3 gCholesterol0 mgDietary fiber2 g