Carrot Top & Herb Mix Pesto

Carrot Top & Herb Mix Pesto

carrot tops from 8 or so carrots, stems removed
1 package of herb mix

1/2 cup olive oil
4 garlic cloves minced
zest of one lemon
juice of two lemons
juice of one lime
1/8 cup maple syrup
2/3 cup finely chopped nuts, I used macadamia and cashews
salt and pepper to taste

I purposely made a large batch of this pesto because I chose to use a whole container of herb mix. Parsley had been my choice but the herb mix was on sale for $1.49. Place olive oil in blender and then add garlic. Whirl till creamy. Add remaining ingredients and whirl till well blended. Adjust seasoning. If I do say so myself, this is such a wonderful rendition of pesto. It's tangy, yet slightly sweet and oh so delicious. We had the pesto mixed with farfalle pasta.