Chilean Pistou With Cilantro Pesto

Pistou is a traditional sauce from the Provence region in France, but this recipe adds a Chilean twist by using cilantro instead of basil.

This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Chilean Pistou With Cilantro Pesto

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: Chilean Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 50 gram Cilantro
• 2 clove Garlic
• 4 teaspoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoon Pine nuts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 300 gram Pasta

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine cilantro, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese, pine nuts, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes. Blend until smooth to make the cilantro pesto.
2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large pan, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the cilantro pesto and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss until well coated with the pesto.
5. Serve the Chilean Pistou With Cilantro Pesto hot and garnish with additional cilantro leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 10g4%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.