Lemon Pesto

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Lemon Pesto

Source: The Lemon Lovers Cookbook (adapted)

 

Makes about 1 cup

 

1/4 cup blanched whole almonds or pine nuts

1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest

2 large cloves garlic, cut into pieces

3 cups torn fresh basil leaves

1/2 cup fruity olive oil

1/3 cup grated vegan Parmesan cheese, plus additional to

serve on top of pasta

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Salt to taste

 

1. Finely grind the almonds or pine nuts in a blender or small food

processor.

 

2. Add the lemon zest and garlic. Blend well. Add basil leaves. Leave the

motor running and slowly pour oil into the nut mixture until well combined.

 

3. Add vegan Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Blend. Check seasoning. Add

salt.

 

 

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