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Lemony Pea Pesto
Amy

Lemony Pea Pesto

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Lemony Pea Pesto is a vibrant twist on a classic. Perfectly balanced, it’s ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impromptu gatherings.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Pesto Ingredients
  • ½ cup frozen peas, thawed (or fresh ones, blanched)
  • handful mint and basil
  • ½ clove minced garlic
  • a few big squeezes of lemon juice (to taste)
  • 2-3 tablespoons grated pecorino cheese*
  • drizzle olive oil
  • salt & pepper
Toppings
  • lemon zest & red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

  1. Pulse all pesto ingredients together in a food processor. Taste and adjust.
  2. Serve on grilled crusty bread drizzled with olive oil and rubbed with garlic. (also good on pasta, in salads, etc...)
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