Arugula Mint Pesto Sauce

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Serves 8

Serve this sauce over grilled flank steak or lamb chops or simply toss with your favorite noodles for a delicious Pesto Pasta.

Ingredients

• 5 cups loosely packed arugula
• 1/2 cup fresh mint
• 1/4 cup toasted almonds
• 1/2 ounce grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (about 2 Tbsp.)
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons warm water​

Preparation

1. Pulse loosely packed arugula, fresh mint, toasted almonds, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (about 2 Tbsp.), garlic cloves, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and kosher salt in a food processor until finely chopped.
   
2. With processor running, slowly drizzle in extra-virgin olive oil. Add warm water; process until blended.