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LEMON BASIL VINAIGRETTE

1/2 cup PACKED FRESH basil leaves
Juice of 1 LARGE lemon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon QUALITY honey
1-2 cloves FINELY minced garlic
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper
1/2 cup avocado oil

• Combine the basil lemon juice, lemon zest, vinegar, honey, garlic, FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper in s small food processor. Pulse until basil is very FINE.
• Add oil slowly to emulsify until smooth and well blended.
• Chill until ready to use.
• Shake well before serving.

NOTE: Microwave the lemon for 30 seconds to loosen the pulp and juice.