Mint Pesto
Since pesto is a "raw" sauce, the flavor of the olive oil is crucial to its success. Use the best first-cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil you can comfortably afford.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
about 1 cup
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
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3/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves
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1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 large clove garlic, quartered
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
1
Place basil, mint, almonds, oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic and salt in a food processor; pulse a few times, then process until fairly smooth, or to the desired consistency.
Tip:
To toast sliced almonds Cook in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 70, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 5 g, Sodium 74 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, Potassium 86 mg. Exchanges: Fat 1.5
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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