Gut Friendly Ginger Cilantro Lime Pesto
This vibrant, herb-forward pesto is a serious upgrade from the jarred stuff, blending fresh cilantro, parsley, and a double hit of ginger into something that tastes alive and electric. The lime juice and zest keep everything bright, while the olive oil pulls it all into a silky, scoopable sauce that works on grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, or stirred into soups. Ginger is a longtime favorite for supporting digestion, and pairing it with fresh herbs and quality olive oil makes this pesto feel as nourishing as it is delicious. The garlic adds depth without overwhelming the freshness, and the whole thing comes together in a food processor in just a few pulses. Because you control every ingredient, there are no hidden additives, preservatives, or inflammatory oils sneaking in — just clean, whole-food flavor from start to finish. Store it in an airtight jar and you have a gut-friendly flavor bomb ready to transform whatever is on your plate.
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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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