Carrageenan Free Cilantro, Mint & Pistachio Pesto

Bright, herby, and a little unexpected, this pesto swaps the usual basil and pine nuts for fresh cilantro, mint, and buttery pistachios — and the result is something genuinely exciting. A hit of lime juice and zest keeps everything lively, while a whisper of cumin gives it a warmth that makes the whole thing feel cohesive rather than chaotic. The food processor does most of the heavy lifting, so you go from a pile of fresh ingredients to a coarse, spreadable paste in just a few minutes. Many store-bought pestos and condiments sneak in stabilizers and thickeners that can be hard to spot on a label, so making your own from scratch is the cleanest way to know exactly what you're eating. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — fresh herbs, nuts, olive oil, garlic, and citrus — with nothing added to extend shelf life or alter texture. Spoon it over grilled chicken or fish, toss it with pasta, spread it on flatbread, or use it as a dipping sauce; it's versatile enough to become a weekly staple. Store it in a jar in the fridge and it'll keep things interesting all week long.

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