Zucchini Pesto is the key to a perfect summer pasta

Name: Zucchini Pesto is the key to a perfect summer pasta
Cuisine: Italian, European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/4 cup slivered almonds or pine nuts; 3-4 Tbsp. olive oil; 4-6 fat cloves garlic (follow your heart), roughly chopped; 2 lbs. zucchini, roughly chopped; 1/2 cup water, stock, or white wine (your choice); Zest and juice of 1 large lemon; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus extra for serving; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, packed; 1 lb. rigatoni; Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper