Low Sugar Mint & Herb Pesto

This vibrant, herb-forward pesto is a breath of fresh air — bright from lemon zest and juice, deeply aromatic from three packed cups of fresh herbs, and rich with a generous pour of extra-virgin olive oil. The mint adds a cool, unexpected lift that makes this version feel livelier than your standard basil-only sauce. Because every ingredient goes straight from your kitchen into the food processor, there's no sneaky sweetener hiding in the mix the way there often is in jarred pestos from the store. The whole thing comes together in just a few pulses and a slow drizzle of olive oil — no cooking, no fuss, just clean, punchy flavor. It's endlessly versatile: spoon it over grilled fish, toss it with pasta, swipe it on a sandwich, or use it as a dipping sauce for warm bread. Pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface before storing is a smart trick that keeps it looking and tasting fresh for days.

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