Spicy Cilantro Pesto

A different twist on pesto.

Step: 1

Toast almonds in small skillet over medium-low heat until light golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step: 2

Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the garlic cloves in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature; chop.

Step: 3

Pulse the almonds, garlic, and cilantro together in a food processor until roughly chopped. Slowly stream the 1/2 cup olive oil into the mixture with the food processor running continually. Add the lemon juice, red pepper, salt and pepper and continue processing until smooth.

Per Serving: 148 calories; protein 1g; carbohydrates 1.6g; fat 15.7g; sodium 5.8mg.

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