Edamame Pesto

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Recipe by: nch

"A friend brought edamame pesto to a potluck last summer and I loved it. I tweaked her recipe a little bit by using roasted garlic instead of raw garlic, which makes it mellower. I also added citric acid to preserve it better and help the pesto maintain its color, but that's optional. I don't think anyone in my family wants to eat regular pesto again anytime soon! This keep pesto keeps in the refrigerator for up to 5 days."

Directions

Place almonds in a small ungreased frying pan. Toast over medium-low heat, shaking frequently until evenly browned and fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
Place almonds in the food processor and chop coarsely. Remove and set aside.
Place edamame beans in the food processor and chop to a paste. Add basil, mint, garlic, and lemon zest; process until smooth while slowly adding in 1/2 cup olive oil. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and almonds; pulse to combine. Stir in citric acid.
Transfer pesto to a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour a layer of olive oil over the top and cover with the lid. Refrigerate until serving.