Cilantro Jalapeno Pesto with Lime

Here’s a very simple recipe that uses jalapenos to make a sort of southwest style pesto with cilantro instead of basil.  Basil could be substituted as well and the jalapenos would give the more traditional pesto a nice kick too.

1 bunch fresh cilantro

2 1/2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

5 cloves garlic

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Combine the cilantro, pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, and Parmesan cheese in a blender; pulse until the mixture reaches a soft, paste-like consistency.

ENJOY!