Mint-Cilantro Pesto
Author: Nicole
Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh mint, thoroughly washed and patted dry
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, thoroughly washed and patted dry
  • 1 medium clove of garlic
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup (or more) of extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • Coarse sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
  1. Combine mint, cilantro, garlic, pine nuts and lemon juice in the bowl of a Vitamix or food processor and chop.
  2. Leaving the motor running, add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream until mixture is moist (but not too oily).
  3. With the motor off, add cheese, salt and pepper.
  4. Process briefly to combine, then scrape into a bowl and cover until ready to use.
Notes
* This recipe freezes well so you can enjoy some summer flavors in the middle of winter.
Recipe by Riegl Palate at https://www.rieglpalate.com/mint-cilantro-pesto/