This easy pesto recipe has added green herbs that enhance the flavor and the nutritional value. The variety of greens combined with heart-healthy fats make it the perfect condiment for a variety of dishes (try it on my green pesto salmon with crunchy cashews!). Use what you need and freeze the rest.

Ingredients

• 3 c fresh basil

• 1 c fresh parsley

• ¼ c fresh chives

• 1/3 c pine nuts

• ¼ c cashews

• ½ t salt

• ¼ t pepper

• ½ c + grated parmesan*

• 2 t fresh lemon juice

• ½ c olive oil

Instructions

Place all ingredients in a food processor and mix on high until thoroughly combined to a creamy consistency. Add salt and more parmesan to taste.

*TIP: For a dairy free version, leave out parmesan and add ¼ c additional cashews.