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The Perfect Pesto Isn’t Green—It’s Sicilian

Name: The Perfect Pesto Isn’t Green—It’s Sicilian
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 8 1/2 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) cherry tomatoes; 2 ounces (just under 1/2 cup) freshly grated Pecorino cheese; 2 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon chili flakes, optional; 2 ounces (1/2 cup) toasted almonds; 1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for storing; 1/4 cup packed mint leaves; 1/4 cup packed basil leaves; 1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste

Prep 10m

Total 10m

This Sicilian twist on traditional pesto swaps out the usual basil for mint and adds cherry tomatoes for a burst of flavor. With the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy, this pesto is sure to become a new favorite in your pasta dishes, sandwiches, and more.

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