Ingredients

  • 1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro, no stems
  • 14 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon crushed garlic
  • 2 tablespoons roasted chopped green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 14 cup olive oil, add more if necessary
  • salt
  • pasta
  • vegetables
  • 8 ounces pasta, cooked and chilled (star #54 style)
  • 1 cucumber, quartered and sliced thin
  • 12 cup sugar snap pea, halved
  • 5 green onions, sliced green parts only

Method

  • Put all cilantro ingredients into food processor or blender and blend until creamy.
  • Boil pasta, drain.
  • Mix pesto with pasta until well incorporated.
  • Chill one hour.
  • Add vegetable mixture, stir.
  • Salt to taste and serve.