Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Romano cheese
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 pound orzo pasta, cooked al dente
• 1/2 cup Mint pesto
• 1/2 pound fresh peas, blanched
• Finely chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a food processor and pulse until almost smooth. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Place the orzo in a large bowl and combine with the pesto. Fold in the peas and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley.