This Cilantro Pesto recipe is bursting with fresh flavors, is easy to make and can be ready in less than 5 minutes! Coriander Pesto is super versatile and an exciting twist to traditional basil pesto.
- Cilantro Pesto Ingredients
- Basil Cilantro Pesto
- Cilantro Parsley Pesto
- How to make Cilantro Pesto
- Pro Tips
- Serving Suggestion
- Storage
- Other Cilantro/Coriander recipes
Cilantro leaves are used in abundance in my kitchen, particularly in Indian cooking. Most savoury Indian dishes are garnished with it. I love it in this green chutney that is prepared with fresh cilantro, mint and green chili.
This Pumpkin Seed Cilantro Pesto (aka coriander pesto) is my newest obsession! I love it with Mexican food, such as these Air Fryer Tofu Veggie Fajitas , but its surprisingly good as an alternative to basil pesto with Italian dishes like pasta!
If you love all things pesto, you might like to try this Parsley Pesto or Kale Pesto too.
Cilantro Pesto Ingredients
Cilantro – use fresh cilantro for best results. Remove the really thick stems at the bottom but you can definitely use the thinner ones
Pumpkin seeds – I’ve gone with pumpkin seeds however you can use pine nuts or even walnuts to make walnut cilantro pesto
Garlic cloves
Lemon juice or lime juice – fresh is best but you can use bottled
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper
Optional extra:
Nutritional yeast, parmesan cheese or cotija cheese add creaminess – check the cheese is vegetarian before use
Add a fresh jalapeno to make Jalapeno cilantro pesto
Basil Cilantro Pesto
Use equal amounts of fresh basil and fresh cilantro to make a vibrant cilantro basil pesto
Cilantro Parsley Pesto
You can make this pesto by adding equal amounts of fresh flat leaf parsley and cilantro here.
How to make Cilantro Pesto
In a food processor bowl, add the cilantro leaves, garlic, pumpkin seeds, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Blend until you achieve a smooth cilantro pesto sauce.
Pro Tips
Use fresh ingredients only – this pesto is only made with few ingredients so any that are not fresh will ruin the taste.
I find that cilantro pesto naturally blends quite smooth but you may want to keep yours a little chunky – in this case, do not over blend the herbs.
Use extra lemon or olive oil to thin it out when blending rather than water.
Serving Suggestion
Use instead of a tomato based pizza sauce
Drizzle it over roasted vegetables
Toss through your favourite cooked pasta
Use it as a salad dressing
Try it as a sandwich spread
Use it as a dip for fries or vegetables. I recently made these Air Fryer Carrot Fries which work wonderfully
Storage
Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container and consume by the next day. Coriander tends to darken with time.
You can also freeze this pesto easily. Simply spoon into ice cube trays and once frozen transfer into freezer safe bags. Allow to defrost at room temperature before use.
Other Cilantro/Coriander recipes
Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice
Creamy Cilantro Sauce
Garlic and Coriander Naan
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Cilantro Pesto (Coriander Pesto)
Equipment
- 1 Food processor/Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup cilantro packed cup fresh coriander leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- ⅛ cup pumpkin seeds or other nuts
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or lime juice
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor bowl, add the cilantro leaves, garlic, pumpkin seeds, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend until you achieve a smooth cilantro pesto sauce.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Cilantro Pesto (Coriander Pesto)
Equipment
- 1 Food processor/Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup cilantro packed cup fresh coriander leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- ⅛ cup pumpkin seeds or other nuts
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or lime juice
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor bowl, add the cilantro leaves, garlic, pumpkin seeds, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend until you achieve a smooth cilantro pesto sauce.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
These easy air fryer carrot fries or carrot chips are made with simple ingredients and can be ready within 20 minutes. Healthy carrot fries are a great “skinny” alternative to traditional fries.
- Why you will love this recipe
- Air Fryer Carrot Fries Ingredients
- How to make Carrot Fries in Air Fryer
- Pro Tips
- Serving Suggestion
- Storage
This delicious side dish is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
If you’re a fan of sweet potato fries, you’re going to love these crispy air fryer carrot fries!
The air fryer works by circulating hot air which causes the exterior of the food to crisp up whilst keeping the inside tender. This is why air fryer recipes are always so crispy all over.
I love preparing all sorts of air fryer vegetable recipes whether its air fryer zucchini fries , air fryer breaded mushrooms , air fryer avocado fries or air fryer cauliflower .
Why you will love this recipe
Healthy snack compared with regular french fries
Only requires a handful of ingredients
Easy side dish
Uses less oil than deep frying
A fun way to get kids eating carrots
Suitable for those following WW diets.
A great way to incorporate vegetables into your diet in a way that the whole family will enjoy
Air Fryer Carrot Fries Ingredients
Full ingredients with measurements are available in the recipe card below at the end of this post
Carrots – for ease, buy readymade carrot battons.
Oil – you can use cooking spray oil such as olive oil spray or use regular oil such as avocado oil, sunflower oil etc
Salt and black pepper
Optional additions:
Garlic powder and or onion powder with parmesan cheese (check it is suitable for vegetarians)
How to make Carrot Fries in Air Fryer
Peel then wash the carrots under running water.
Slice the carrots into fries on a cutting board. Depending on the size of your carrots,
Go for carrot sticks that are around 1 cm in thickness
Place carrots in a large bowl.
Add the oil and season with salt and pepper.
Place the carrot sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer – a little overlap is fine as the carrots will quickly shrink as they cook
Air Fry at 190 C or 380 degrees f for 10 minutes or until tender inside and just crispy outside.
Repeat with the next batch if required.
Serve immediately.
Pro Tips
Use fresh carrots for the best results. Regular carrots work better than baby carrots
Slice the carrots in equal sizes to ensure they cook evenly
For crispier fries, you could sprinkle the carrots with cornstarch or rice flour when mixing with the oil and seasoning.
Cooking time may vary based upon the thickness of your carrots fries and air fryer model
Serving Suggestion
Serve these delicious carrot fries alongside a main course such as veggie burgers or these air fryer veggie fajitas. They’re great with Air Fryer Cauliflower Cheese .
A good option is to top with lemon juice and a sprinkling of chopped parsley
Sprinkle over sea salt or garlic salt and malt vinegar for a healthy alternative to chips. Serve with a veggie side for a complete meal.
Dip them in your favorite dipping sauce.
- sour cream and chive dip
- cilantro pesto
- basil sauce
- spicy mayo
- chestnut hummus
- tzatziki
- skordalia
- creamy cilantro sauce
Storage
Crispy carrot fries are best enjoyed immediately. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container once they reach room temperature, and kept in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven to get them a bit crispy again.
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Air Fryer Carrot Fries
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Sharp knife
- Vegetable Peeler
Ingredients
- 1 kilogram carrots peeled and cut into sticks
- 2 tablespoon oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cut carrots into sticks
- In a bowl, toss the carrot sticks, oil and season with salt and pepper
- Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket – a little overlap is ok as the carrots will shrink as they cook
- Air Fry at 190 C or 380 F for 10 minutes or until crispy outside and tender inside.
- Serve immediately
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
