Low Sodium Cilantro Lime Pesto

Total time13 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time3 min

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Ingredients

6 servings

⅓ cup raw pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
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2 cups fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
1 tsp lime zest
¼ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
Chef's tip
Season to taste - salt substitutes can taste bitter in larger amounts, so start with less.
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1–2 tbsp water, as needed to thin
1 jalapeño, seeded and roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Toast the pepitas in a small dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they begin to pop and turn golden, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer to a plate and let cool for 2 minutes.
2
Combine the toasted pepitas, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, lime zest, cumin, and salt in a food processor or blender. Add the jalapeño, if using. Pulse 8–10 times until the mixture is coarsely chopped.

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