Mint pesto is a refreshing twist on the original and delicious with lamb, on pasta, or with roast veggies. It's light and refreshing with beautiful, bright flavors. A don't worry about it being overly minty; it's not. It has just the right amount of mint to make it interesting without being overwhelming.
Ingredients2 cups mint, lightly packed
1 cup parsley, lightly packed
¼ cup salted, roasted pistachios, (see notes)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, smashed
4-6 tablespoons cold water
Method
* Add the mint, parsley, pistachios, lemon juice, parmesan cheese, garlic, and 4 tablespoons of cold water to your blender.
* Blend on medium speed (see notes) until the pesto is mostly smooth. Add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to thin the pesto and help it blend.