Peanut Free Ginger Cilantro Lime Pesto
This vibrant, herb-forward pesto is a total departure from the classic Italian version — and honestly, it might become your new obsession. Bright cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the base, while fresh lime juice, lime zest, and grated ginger layer in a zingy, aromatic punch that feels fresh and exciting. The whole thing comes together in a blender or food processor in just a few pulses, making it one of the easiest condiments you'll ever whip up. Traditional pesto recipes often call for pine nuts or other tree nuts, but this one skips them entirely without sacrificing any richness — the olive oil carries everything beautifully on its own. That makes it a genuinely worry-free option for anyone navigating nut allergies, whether you're cooking for yourself or feeding a crowd. Spoon it over grilled chicken, toss it with pasta, swirl it into soups, or spread it on flatbread — the possibilities are pretty much endless. Keep a jar in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it 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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