Mustard Free Mint & Herb Pesto
Fresh mint joins forces with basil and flat-leaf parsley to create a pesto that's brighter and more aromatic than the classic version you're probably used to. A hit of lemon zest and fresh lemon juice lifts the whole thing, giving it a clean, vibrant edge that pairs beautifully with pasta, grilled vegetables, roasted meats, or even a simple piece of crusty bread. Store-bought condiments and sauces are notorious for sneaking in unexpected ingredients, so blending your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going into the jar. The technique here is straightforward ā a food processor, a slow drizzle of good olive oil, and a few pulses are all it takes to land on a coarse, spoonable paste with real texture and depth. Garlic rounds out the flavor without overpowering the herbs, and the whole thing comes together in just a few minutes of hands-on effort. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface before storing and it stays gorgeous and green for days.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more āIngredients
6 servings
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, packed
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- Ā½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, packed
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Ā½ tsp fine sea salt
- Ā½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Add the mint, basil, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse 8ā10 times until the herbs are coarsely chopped and the garlic is broken down.
- 2
With the processor running, pour the olive oil through the feed tube in a slow, steady stream until the pesto comes together into a coarse, spoonable paste ā about 20ā30 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula, then pulse once or twice more to incorporate any remaining herb pieces.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!