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Creamy Cilantro Pesto (Vegan)

Prep Time 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch cilantro  (Could also use basil, parsley, arugula, kale, spinach, or a combo), or about 3-4 cups packed leaves
  • 1 very ripe avocado
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil more if needed
  • 1 clove garlic
  • squeeze lime juice
  • sea salt & pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Pull leaves of herbs from stems and add leaves to food processor.
  2. Scoop avocado into food processor and add 2 tbsp of olive oil along with rest of ingredients.
  3. Pulse until it becomes a paste and leaves are broken down.
  4. You'll probably need to add more olive oil at this point, depending on how thick you want it.
  5. Add sea salt and pepper to your liking.
  6. I've also added a spoonful of pine nuts for added richness.
  7. Store in the fridge. I recommend squeezing a little lemon juice over the top for storage, or it'll turn brown pretty quickly.

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