Lemon pesto is a twist on traditional basil pesto, which is a bright, pungent and flavorful sauce hailing from the heart of Italian cuisine.Any pesto sauce is versatile. You can pour it over roasted vegetables, add it to pasta, spread it on sandwiches, or even use it as a marinade for chicken and fish.
Roast the pine nuts over medium heat until golden, stirring frequently. Allow them to cool.
Chop the basil randomly with a knife into 4-5 pieces and place in a blender. Grate the zest of the lemon and squeeze its juice. Add to the blender.
Grate the parmesan on a fine grater and add to the blender. Add the peeled garlic cloves and toasted pine nuts. Add half of the olive oil.
Grind all ingredients in a blender, slowly adding the remaining olive oil.
Add salt and black pepper to taste. Add a little more lemon juice if necessary. Whisk everything together once more. Transfer the pesto to a jar for storage or use immediately.