Lemon Basil and Arugula Pesto
There are so many variations on pesto these days. This one stands out from the pack with a peppery fresh lemon flavor that is both refreshing and unforgettable. Melding the summery flavors of lemon basil with spicy arugula, fresh lemon zest, and just a touch of lemon juice, this is a pesto that's half Italian tradition and half citrus sunshine. It enhances your favorite pasta perfectly, but it also works as a zippy sauce for salmon, chicken, or flank steak.
Ingredients
- 1 cup lemon basil
- 1 cup arugula
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1 tsp. lemon zest
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
- Pulse lemon basil and arugula in a food processor until finely minced.
- Add parmesan cheese, pine nuts, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Blitz until combined.
- While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in extra virgin olive oil until a thin paste forms.
- Add salt and process until smooth.
- Serve on your favorite pasta.
