Emulsifier Free Ginger Cilantro Lime Pesto
Bright, herby, and punchy with citrus, this pesto is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more alive. Cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the green base, while fresh and ground ginger layer in a warm, slightly spicy depth that sets this apart from any classic Italian version. A generous hit of lime juice and zest keeps the whole thing vibrant and sharp in the best possible way. What makes this especially appealing for anyone avoiding emulsifiers is how refreshingly straightforward the ingredient list is — just whole herbs, garlic, olive oil, citrus, salt, and ginger. No stabilizers, no lecithin, no additives hiding in a store-bought jar. The olive oil is streamed in slowly while the blender runs, which naturally brings everything together into a cohesive, glossy sauce without needing any synthetic help. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, toss it with roasted vegetables, swirl it into a grain bowl, or use it as a dipping sauce for flatbread. It comes together in minutes and stores easily in a jar, making it one of those recipes you'll find yourself reaching for all week long.
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6 servings
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, loosely packed
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cilantro, parsley, garlic, lime juice, lime zest, salt, ground ginger, and fresh ginger (if using) to the bowl of a food processor or blender.
- 2
Pulse 8–10 times until the herbs and garlic are roughly chopped and the mixture begins to come together.
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