This vibrant pesto leans on fresh basil and scallion greens for a bright, herbaceous punch, with toasted pine nuts adding richness and a little crunch to every spoonful. Parmesan brings its signature savory depth, while garlic-infused olive oil and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil pull everything into a thick, glossy paste right in the food processor. A splash of fresh lemon juice at the end keeps the flavor lively and balanced, cutting through the richness beautifully. Ready in minutes with just a few pulses, this comes together fast enough for weeknight pasta or a quick sandwich upgrade. Because the seasoning here is fully in your hands rather than baked into a jar from the store, it's an easy way to keep a homemade condiment on hand for an added salt approach. Spoon it over roasted vegetables, swirl it into soup, or toss it with warm noodles for an instant flavor boost.
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Add the basil, scallion greens, pine nuts, and Parmesan to a food processor. Pulse 8–10 times until the mixture is coarsely chopped and no large leaves remain.
With the processor running, pour in the garlic-infused olive oil and extra-virgin olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the pesto comes together into a thick, slightly textured paste — about 20–30 seconds. Scrape down the sides once midway through.
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