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Mint Pesto

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This vibrant mint pesto recipe is a refreshing twist on the classic basil pesto. It’s made with fresh mint, green olives, garlic, parmesan cheese, olive oil, anchovies, and a squeeze of lemon juice – perfect for toasted bread, pasta, grilled meats, or vegetables.

Mint Pesto Recipe

Ingredients:

This mint pesto recipe incorporates a few classic pesto ingredients while also introducing a few unique additions for a healthy and flavorful twist:

  • 2 Cloves Fresh Garlic (finely minced)
  • 1/4 Cup Green Olives (finely minced)
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Mint: Loosely Packed and chopped
  • 1 tsp Anchovy Paste
  • 1/4 Cup Finely Grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice

How to Make Mint Pesto:

  • Start by mincing the garlic and green olives. Transfer to a mortar and pestle and crush them until they become a paste.
  • Add the anchovy paste and crush until well combined. Then add in the fresh mint and salt and continue crushing the ingredients until they come together as a paste.
  • Slowly mix in the finely grated parmesan. Then, add in the olive oil and lemon juice and combine well.

How to store this mint pesto:

Enjoy this mint pesto fresh or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you need to save it longer, freeze in a silicone ice cube tray and then transfer the frozen cubes to a ziplock bag to store in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Serving Suggestions:

We love this mint pesto fresh on homemade bread the best.

We also use it as a topping for roasted meats and occasionally mix it with 3oz of cream cheese to use as a dipping sauce for vegetables.

For a quick and easy recipe, add this mint pesto to cooked pasta and top with grilled chicken.

Or try it with a breakfast dish like my favorite Sweet Potato Frittata!

This recipe is so versatile and full of flavor! You can use it in almost any of your favorite savory dishes for an extra punch of flavor.

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Mint Pesto

5.0 from 2 votes
Course: AppetizersCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy
Servings

8

servings
Prep time

25

minutes
Cooking time

0

minutes
Total time

25

minutes

This vibrant mint pesto recipe is a refreshing twist on the classic basil pesto. It’s made with fresh mint, green olives, garlic, parmesan cheese, olive oil, anchovies, and a squeeze of lemon juice – perfect for toasted bread, pasta, grilled meats, or vegetables.

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Ingredients

  • 2 Cloves Fresh Garlic (finely minced)

  • 1/4 Cup Green Olives (finely minced)

  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Mint: Loosely Packed and chopped

  • 1 tsp Anchovy Paste

  • 1/4 Cup Finely Grated Parmesan

  • 1 tsp Salt

  • 1/4 Cup Olive Oil

  • 3 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice

Directions

  • Start by mincing the garlic and green olives. Transfer to a mortar and pestle and crush them until they become a paste.
  • Add the anchovy paste and crush until well combined. Then add in the fresh mint and salt and continue crushing the ingredients until they come together as a paste.
  • Slowly mix in the finely grated parmesan. Then, add in the olive oil and lemon juice and combine well.
  • Enjoy this Mint Pesto immediately or save it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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