Ingredient

Organic Basil Pesto

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Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use organic basil pesto as a flavorful ingredient and sauce. Its rich, herbaceous …

What it is

Organic basil pesto is a sauce made primarily from fresh organic basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. It is traditionally made by crushing these ingredients together using a mortar and pestle, though modern production often uses food processors. The result is a vibrant green, aromatic paste.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use organic basil pesto as a flavorful ingredient and sauce. Its rich, herbaceous taste makes it popular in pasta dishes, as a spread for sandwiches and wraps, a topping for pizzas, and a dip for vegetables or meats. It adds a distinct fresh flavor and aroma to a variety of prepared foods.

Health notes

Organic basil pesto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. The U.S. National Academies have not established upper intake levels for ingredients like basil or olive oil. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual components found in pesto, such as olive oil and cheese, and have established acceptable daily intakes where appropriate. Consuming pesto as part of a balanced diet is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Organic basil pesto typically contains Parmesan cheese, which is derived from milk, a major allergen. It may also contain pine nuts, which are tree nuts, another major allergen. Therefore, it is not considered allergen-free.

Products containing Organic Basil Pesto

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King Cheese Inc. Organic California's Original Braided String Cheese, Basil Pesto Cheese 250kcal 21.4Protein 16.1Fat 7.1Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Pesto Pasta With Grilled Chicken Penne Pasta Tossed In Basil Pesto With White Chicken Meat, Grape Tomatoes, Asiago Cheese & Baby Spinach, Pesto Pasta With Grilled Chicken Other Deli 177kcal 8.6Protein 8.1Fat 17.7Carbs Raley's Bruschetta Chicken Pesto Chicken, Roasted Tomatoes, And Arugula On A Hoagie Roll Sandwich, Bruschetta Chicken Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 207kcal 12.8Protein 7.5Fat 21.6Carbs Raley's Pesto Chicken Snacker, Pesto Chicken Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 246kcal —Protein 12.3Fat 21.1Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Cooked Bow Tie Pasta, Basil Pesto, Asiago Cheese, Shredded Kale, Feta Cheese And Sun Dried Tomatoes, Bow Tie Pesto Pasta Other Deli 231kcal 8.3Protein 11.1Fat 24.1Carbs Raley's Turkey Sandwich On Herb Focaccia With A Garden Salad And Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, Turkey Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 56% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 164kcal 7.5Protein 6.2Fat 19.3Carbs Raley's Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta With Chicken Other Deli High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 146kcal 7.6Protein 6.3Fat 15.7Carbs H E Butt Grocery Company Spaghetti Squash With Chicken & Pesto, Chicken & Pesto Other Deli High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 138kcal 5.7Protein 9.5Fat 8.5Carbs Meijer, Inc. Signature, Pesto Chicken With Lemon Thyme Orzo, Grape Tomatoes, Basil Pesto, Lemon, Parmesan Cheese, And Spinach, Pesto Other Deli High in sodium — 90% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 141kcal 12.7Protein 5.1Fat 11.0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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