Sunflower Seed and Basil Pesto

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Prep

12 min

Cook

3 min

Total

15 min

Ingredients (8)

1 cup packed fresh basil g

½ cup packed fresh parsley g

½ cup extra-virgin olive oil g

¼ cup raw sunflower seeds g

2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese g

1 medium lemon, juiced g

1 clove garlic, crushed, or more to taste g

⅓ teaspoon sea salt, or to taste g

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Instructions

Combine basil, parsley, olive oil, sunflower seeds, Pecorino Romano cheese, lemon juice, garlic, and sea salt in a small blender or food processor; purée until blended to desired consistency. Taste and adjust salt.