Mint Pesto

Recipe from EatingWell

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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.

Mint Pesto
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Servings: about 1 cup
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups  packed fresh basil leavesOn Sale
  • 3/4 cup  packed fresh mint leavesOn Sale
  • 1/4 cup  toasted sliced almondsOn Sale
  • 3 tablespoons  extra-virgin olive oilOn Sale
  • 1 tablespoon  freshly grated lemon zestOn Sale
  • 2 tablespoons  lemon juiceOn Sale
  • 1 large clove  garlic, quarteredOn Sale
  • 1/4 teaspoon  saltOn Sale
Directions
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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

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