Lemon Arugula Pesto
This Lemon Arugula Pesto is absolutely dreamy. Homemade pesto is so delicious and so easy. You’ll never buy jarred pesto ever again!
Servings: 14 Servings
Author: Maggie @ Cupcakes and Sarcasm
- 2/3 Oz Fresh Basil
- 2 Cups Arugula
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- 1/2 Lemon, juiced
- 1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 Cup Pine Nuts
- 3 Garlic Cloves, peeled
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
Add everything to a food processor (or blender) EXCEPT the olive oil.
Pulse ingredients until combined.
With the food processor running on low, slowly add the olive oil until the pesto is smooth.
Store leftover pesto in the refrigerator for up to one week (or see freezing tip above). Enjoy!