Xanthan Gum Free Mint & Herb Pesto

Bright, herby, and punchy with lemon, this triple-herb pesto is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more alive. The combination of mint, basil, and flat-leaf parsley creates a layered freshness that goes well beyond a standard basil-only sauce, while the lemon zest and juice keep the whole thing vibrant and sharp. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of thickeners and stabilizers — no fillers, no gums, just real food blitzed together in a food processor. That matters more than it sounds, because plenty of store-bought pestos quietly sneak in additives to extend shelf life or improve texture. Here, good olive oil does all the binding work on its own, streaming in slowly until the herbs come together into a glossy, coarse paste. It's endlessly versatile — spoon it over grilled chicken, toss it with pasta, swipe it on flatbread, or stir it into yogurt for a quick dip. A jar of this in the fridge is one of those small kitchen wins that pays off all week long.

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