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Discover healthy recipes like Patty Wilbur's Cilantro Pesto Pasta and Chicken Salad, made with fresh ingredients and whole foods. Perfect for a tasty, nutritious meal!

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz package farfalle pasta
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 C almonds
  • 1/4 C grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 TBLS lemon juice and zest
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 C Olive Oil
  • 2 lbs. cooked chicken
  • 2 cups red grapes, sliced in half
  • 1/2 cup almonds, diced
  • 3 stalks of celery, sliced
  • 1/2 cup organic mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 4 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbs honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 ears fresh cooked corn, kernels cut off the cob (about 2 cups)
  • 2 red bell peppers, diced (about 2 cups)
  • 2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
  • 2 tablespoons green onions
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon zest and 6 tablespoons juice from 5 to 6 limes
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 2 Hass avocados, chopped

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