Pumpkin Seed Pesto

Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Time 20 min
Pumpkin Seed Pesto

This thick and fragrant pumpkin seed pesto is a versatile sauce for your repertoire. Try this pesto as a spread on sandwiches, tossed with hot pasta or served over roasted or steamed vegetables.

Special Diets:

Dairy FreeDairy Free
Gluten FreeGluten Free
Low SodiumLow Sodium
VeganVegan
VegetarianVegetarian
Sugar ConsciousSugar Conscious

Ingredients

    2 cupsunsalted hulled (green) pumpkin seeds
    6 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided
    1/4 teaspoonfine sea salt, plus more to taste
    2 tablespoonsfresh lemon juice, or to taste
    3 clovesgarlic
    1 cuproughly chopped fresh cilantro
    Ground black pepper, to taste

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Method

Preheat oven to 375°F.


Toss pumpkin seeds with 2 tablespoons of the oil and salt then spread out in a single layer on a large baking sheet.


Roast until seeds are puffed and fragrant, 10 to 15 minutes, then set aside to let cool.


Combine seeds in a food processor with 1/4 cup water, lemon juice, garlic, cilantro and remaining 4 tablespoons oil.


Pulse until mixture forms a coarse paste, then season to taste with salt and pepper.


Cover and chill until ready to use.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

about 2 tablespoons

Calories

140

Total Fat

13g

Saturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

35mg

Total Carbohydrate

2g

Dietary Fiber

1g

Total Sugars

0g

Protein

4g

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