Lemon Balm Pesto with Boiled New Potatoes

By mirandavoegeli

Ingredients

• 2 cups packed lemon balm
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 1/2 TBS lemon juice
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 lbs new potatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Combine lemon balm leaves, walnuts and garlic in the bowl of a food processor and process until evenly chopped and fluffy. Add lemon juice, process briefly to combine. Turn mixture into a bowl and stir in olive oil until desired consistency is achieved. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve over new potatoes boiled in their jackets with wedges of fresh tomatoes on the side.