CILANTRO PESTO WITH PASTA 
3/4 c. plain nonfat yogurt
1/2 c. fresh cilantro
1/2 c. fresh parsley
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. pine nuts, lightly toasted
3 cloves garlic
2 tsp. olive oil
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. ground pepper
12 oz. tomato basil pasta

Combine all ingredients except pasta in container of an electric blender or food processor top with cover and process 1 minute or until smooth, scraping sides of container occasionally.

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat, drain. Place pasta in a large bowl, adding cilantro mixture, tossing gently. Serve immediately. Yield 11 servings. (154 calories per 1/2 cup serving).

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