Turkey Tenderloins with Cilantro Pesto
This Southwestern pesto is also good on chicken, fish, or shrimp.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
27 mins
Servings:
8 servings
Ingredients
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1-1/2 cups lightly packed fresh cilantro sprigs or basil leaves
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1/3 cup walnuts
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons lime juice
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1 teaspoon bottled minced garlic (2 cloves)
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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4 turkey breast tenderloins (about 2 pounds total)
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Lime or lemon wedges (optional)
Directions
1.
For pesto, in blender or food processor combine cilantro, walnuts, oil, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Cover and blend or process until nearly smooth. Set aside.
2.
Split each turkey tenderloin in half horizontally. Sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper.
3.
Place turkey on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals. Grill for 7 minutes. Turn turkey; brush lightly with pesto. Grill for 5 to 8 minutes more or until turkey is tender and no longer pink (170 degree F). Serve turkey with remaining pesto. If desired, serve with lime wedges to squeeze over turkey. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 213, Total Fat 10 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Sodium 134 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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