Cut the tough ends from the asparagus and discard. Arrange the asparagus stalks across a shallow oven tray. Lightly crush the garlic and add to the tray with the asparagus. Drizzle with 1/2 a tablespoon of olive oil and bake for 10 minutes until tender.
Step 3
Add the roasted asparagus stalks and garlic to a food processor along with the Parmesan, pine nuts, basil and salt. Pulse to combine.
Step 4
Add the lemon juice and remaining olive oil to the food processor and blend again to form a pesto dressing.