Salsa Pesto
Salsa Pesto is a flavorful fusion sauce that combines the fresh, herby richness of classic pesto with the zesty, spicy punch of salsa. Perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce for pasta, meats, tacos, or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1.5 cups of sauce
- Category: Condiment, Sauce, Dip
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil or cilantro (or a mix)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 jalapeño or chili pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts, walnuts, or pepitas
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a food processor, combine herbs, tomatoes, garlic, jalapeño, and nuts. Pulse until roughly chopped.
- Add lime juice, olive oil, and Parmesan (if using). Blend until smooth or to your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, more lime juice, or chili for brightness and heat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.
Notes
- Top with a thin layer of olive oil before storing to preserve freshness and color.
- Control the heat level by adjusting the chili amount.
- Use a blender if you don’t have a food processor, scraping the sides as needed.
- Can be frozen in small portions for later use.
- Pairs well with pasta, tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip for chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/salsa-pesto/
