The feathery, verdant leaves of the coriander plant exude a bright lemony taste often used to bring life to salsas, chutneys, relishes, and guacamole. Typically found in Mexican and Asian dishes, cilantro has a slightly bitter tang and vibrant nature that brightens meals with color and flavor. Use it instead of basil for a fun take on pesto or nudge a gentle jolt into sleepy autumn meals by adding it to roasted root vegetables, pumpkin soup, or parsnip pie. Heat dims the flavor, so only add cilantro within the last few minutes of cooking.

Use it instead of basil for a fun take on pesto or nudge a gentle jolt into sleepy autumn meals by adding it to roasted root vegetables, pumpkin soup, or parsnip pie. Brighten up warm spring and summer days even more, by adding cilantro into your salsas, relishes, chutneys, and marinades. Heat dims the flavor, so only add cilantro within the last few minutes of cooking.

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