Blender Lemon Pesto (Edit recipe)

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This pesto is so refreshing for summer with the addition of lemon. I did both lemon zest and lemon juice for a good lemon flavor, and kept it simple with the other ingredients. I also threw this in my mini blender so it was quick and simple to make, and quick and simple to clean up. Does anyone else feel like their food processor is a lot more work?!

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PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

5 minutes

INGREDIENTS

9

Serves: 4

Ingredients

1.5 cups Basil, Fresh
3 Tbsp Pine Nuts, or walnuts
3 cloves Garlic, add more to taste
1 whole Lemon, zested and juices
0.333 cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated
0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
0.5 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (Homemade) (click for recipe)
0.5 tsp Salt, or more to taste
0.25 Tbsp Black Pepper, or more to taste

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Process

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Add all ingredients to a high speed blender.
Pulse to get the ingredients moving.
Blend on medium until ingredients start to blend, leaving just a little texture.
If needed, add more olive oil.
Once finished, serve over warm pasta.
Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	316
Fat:	32 g
Carbohydrates:	5 g
Protein:	3 g
Cholesterol:	5 g
Sodium:	388 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	1 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.