Step 1

In a food processor, pulse together the walnuts and garlic. Add the carrot tops, basil, lemon, salt & pepper. Pulse again, then add ¼ cup olive oil and pulse until combined. (Make it as smooth or as chunky as you like).

Step 2

Scoop the pesto into a small bowl, and stir in up to ¼ cup more olive oil.

Step 3

Taste and adjust seasonings and stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes, capers, or parmesan cheese, if you like.

Step 4

Serve with toasted bread, scoop onto pasta, or dollop into soups.