Lemony Pea Pesto

Amy

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

Equipment

food processor

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

Instructions

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

Keyword herbs, lemon, pasta, Peas, pesto