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Angel Hair Pasta With Cilantro-Mint Pesto
A brightly flavored pesto is a terrific topping for angel hair noodles. Peanuts, garlic, mint and cilantro, with lemon juice and vinegar combine to make this...
Servings
8
8
Cuisine Type
- italian
Day Part
- dinner
Menu Part
- sideDish
Main Ingredient
- Pasta
- Poultry
- Vegetables
- Nuts
A brightly flavored pesto is a terrific topping for angel hair noodles. Peanuts, garlic, mint and cilantro, with lemon juice and vinegar combine to make this zesty sauce.
Ingredients
For pesto:
1 1⁄2 cups dry roasted peanuts
4 garlic cloves
1⁄4 cup gingerroot, grated
2 cups mint leaves
3 cups cilantro leaves
1⁄2 cup Pecorino Romano
3 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. lemon zest, grated
1 cup vegetable oil
1⁄4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 lb. angel hair pasta, cooked and rinsed
1 1⁄2 lb. chicken breast, grilled and cut into 1-in. strips\
For garnish:
1 cup mung bean sprouts
1 cup cilantro sprigs
1 cup shredded carrot
1⁄2 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped
Steps
In food processor, blend pesto ingedients until smooth.
Toss pesto and pasta. Add chicken strips. Garnish with sprouts, cilantro, carrots, and peanuts, if desired.
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Oct 18, 2024
