Mexican Pesto
This is a bright, spicy and flavorful pesto is packed with cilantro and spices and is totally plant based.
- 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp lime zest zest of 1/2 lime
- 1 jalapeno, seeded
- 2 tbsp lime juice juice of 1 lime
- 3 oz fresh organic cilantro, stems removed
- 1 1/2 tsp Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning can use regular chili powder as well
- 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup real maple
- 1/2 cup good extra virgin olive oil
Heat saute pan to a med heat
Toast pine nuts 3-5 mins until lightly golden brown
Add pine nuts and remaining ingredients to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth
Serve immediately or place in a glass container and freeze