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Cilantro Peanut1

Cilantro Peanut Pesto Pasta

Marla Hingley
Cilantro, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil are some of the savory flavors that build the pesto, with a dash of red pepper flakes to add a bit of spice.
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1/4 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 Tbsp oil
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Zest and juice from 1 lime
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup peanuts
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp GF soy sauce

Instructions
 

  • Using a food processor, combine all the ingredients except the soy sauce. Pulse in the mixer until becomes a coarse paste.
  • Add soy sauce, pulse and taste. Add more soy sauce if you like.
  • Toss with your favorite cooked GF pasta (the pasta will warm the sauce up).
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