Cilantro and Toasted Almond Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 tbsp slivered almonds
2 cups chopped cilantro (1 large bunch)
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp lime juice
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 tbsp parmesan cheese, gratede
1/4 tsp salt
ground black pepper , to taste

Directions:

In a small, dry skillet over medium-low , stir slivered almonds until fragrant and ligfhtly toasted, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool for 5 minutes.
In a food processor or blender, combine almonds, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cheese, salt and pepper. Process until smooth, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	620.14 Kcal (2596 kJ)
Calories from fat	508.71 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	56.52g	87%
Cholesterol	3.79mg	1%
Sodium	225.82mg	9%
Potassium	629.95mg	13%
Total Carbs	18.29g	6%
Sugars	4.67g	19%
Dietary Fiber	8.93g	36%
Protein	20.51g	41%
Vitamin C	5.1mg	8%
Iron	2.8mg	16%
Calcium	280.3mg	28%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	520.25 Kcal (2178 kJ)
Calories from fat	426.77 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	47.42g	87%
Cholesterol	3.18mg	1%
Sodium	189.44mg	9%
Potassium	528.48mg	13%
Total Carbs	15.34g	6%
Sugars	3.92g	19%
Dietary Fiber	7.49g	36%
Protein	17.21g	41%
Vitamin C	4.2mg	8%
Iron	2.4mg	16%
Calcium	235.2mg	28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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