Parsley Mint Pesto
This complex parsley mint pesto is filled with deep flavors. Serve is as a topping or spread, or use it for dipping.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Created By: Kim Galeaz
Featured In: My Indiana Home
Ingredients
- 3 cups flat-leaf (a.k.a. Italian) parsley, packed
- 3 ½ to 4 cups fresh mint leaves, packed
- 3 green serrano peppers, seeded, deveined and coarsely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons stone-ground mustard
- 3 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ to ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a large food processor bowl, combine parsley, mint, peppers, garlic, mustard, honey, salt and pepper until thoroughly mixed.
- With processor running, slowly pour in olive oil and thoroughly mix.
- Refrigerate leftovers in a tightly covered container.
Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories – 132, Fat – 10.5g, Dietary Fiber – 3.1g, Protein – 1.7g, Vitamin A – 57%, Vitamin C – 49%, Iron – 28%.
**Nutrition information is calculated using an online calorie calculator. Variations may exist. Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Tips & Notes
• Italian parsley is also known as flat leaf parsley. It has a stronger, less bitter flavor compared to regular parsley. Look for it in fresh bunches near the traditional curly parsley and cilantro.
• Serrano peppers, which look like thinner jalapeno peppers, are hotter and more potent.
• Refrigerated pesto will last for at least five days. Just stir well before using.
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