Green Beans With Mint Almond Pesto

• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 2 lbs French style green beans
• 2 1/2 cups fresh mint leaves, plus additional for garnish
• 1/3 cup blanched almond, toasted
• 1 lemon, zest of, finely grated
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add 1 teaspoon salt. Add green beans and cook until bright green and crisp tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. When cooled, drain and pat dry. Transfer to a large bowl.
2. Combine mint, almonds, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the zest in a food processor. With motor running add olive oil in a stream and blend until pureed for pesto.
3. Add pesto to green beans and toss until coated well. Transfer to large serving platter and garnish with mint leaves, if desired.

salt, french style green beans, mint, blanched almond, lemon, extra virgin olive oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/green-beans-with-mint-almond-pesto-243637 (may not work)