Cilantro Mint Sauce
Recipe from Family Circle

Pine nuts provide the body for this fresh mint and cilantro sauce. Serve it with grilled chicken or fish, or use it as a spread in sandwiches or wraps.


Cilantro Mint Sauce

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Servings: 1-1/2 cups
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins
Related Categories: Garlic, Limes, Quick and Easy, Sauces
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 
    bunch cilantro leaves (about 2 cups)
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  • 1 
    bunch mint leaves (about 2 cups)
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  • 1/2  cup
    pine nuts
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  • 1/2  cup
    chicken broth
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  • 1/4  cup
    lime juice
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  • 1  tablespoon
    white wine vinegar
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  • 1 
    garlic clove, chopped
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    ground cumin
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    red pepper flakes
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Directions
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Combine cilantro, mint, pine nuts, broth, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin and red pepper flakes in a blender. Puree until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for up to three days.
Nutrition information
Calories 19, Total Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 22 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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