Basil and Parsley Pesto
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 2 cups packed basil leaves
- 1 cup packed Italian parsley
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Chop basil along with parsley, garlic, and almonds in a food processor.
- Add honey, salt, lemon zest, and juice then blend the mix together until a paste starts forming.
- Add oil gradually and continue to crush until a creamy paste has formed.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and blend again till the paste comes together.
- Store in the refrigerator.