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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.

Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
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Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"I like a cook who smiles out loud when he tastes his own work.

Let God worry about your modesty; I want to see your enthusiasm."
-Robert Farrar Capon

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The balance of this pesto is a blend of sweetness from the peppers and jalapenos and saltiness and umami of the pumpkin seeds and parmesan. It is mildly spicy but if you like it spicer, you can add more pickled jalapenos or add some cayenne pepper.


 

Southwestern Pepper Pesto

Servings: 8 | Serving size: 4 Tablespoons

Cooking Time: 60 Minutes

This recipe can easily be multiplied. Note that cooking time does not include time for the peppers to cool.

Southwestern Pepper Pesto recipe from Dr. Gourmet

Ingredients

  • 2 large red bell peppers
  • 4 Tbsp dried pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 2 Tbsp pickled jalapeno peppers
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated)
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp liquid from the pickled jalapenos
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

Preheat the oven to broil.

Place the peppers in the oven and roast, turning frequently, until blackened on all sides. Remove and place in a brown paper bag. Allow them to cool.

After the peppers are cooled, peel and seed them.

Place the peppers in a blender or mini chopper with the pumpkin seeds, peppers, cilantro, parmesan, salt, lemon juice, liquid from the pickled jalapeno and olive oil.

Purée until smooth.

Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 4 Tablespoons

Servings: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value
Total Fat 6g 8%
  Saturated Fat 1.5g 7%
  Monounsaturated Fat 3.5g
  Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol <5mg 0%
Sodium 105mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates 4g 0%
    Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
    Sugars 2g
Protein 3g
Vitamin A 9% Vitamin C 62%
Calcium 3% Iron 3%
Vitamin K 8mcg Potassium 100mg