Organic Red Pesto 180g by Prima Italia
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Prima Italia

Organic Red Pesto 180g

This organic, gluten-free red pesto features a rich blend of ripe tomatoes, nuts, basil, and olive oil for a robust, savoury flavour. Perfect for pasta, spreads, or dips, it offers a sweet-tangy taste and wholesome, natural ingredients. Unlike traditional green pesto, its red tomato base provides a sweet yet tangy taste that pairs well with various dishes.

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Description

Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g is a ready-to-use pasta sauce, available at Saporia. Organic Gluten Free Red Pesto from Prima Italia is a vibrant, tomato-based pesto that offers a rich and savory flavor profile. It is part of our pasta sauces collection, chosen for quality and flavour.

About Organic Red Pesto 180g

The difference with a quality sauce is in the ingredients, and Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g keeps things simple and honest. Rich, well-seasoned and full of real tomato flavour, it is ready to pour over pasta, spoon into bakes or use as a base for your own creations. This pesto features a blend of ripe tomatoes and dried tomatoes combined with nuts like cashew and pine nuts, fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil, creating a robust and aromatic sauce. Unlike traditional green pesto, its red tomato base provides a sweet yet tangy taste that pairs well with various dishes. It is suitable for vegans, gluten free and certified organic, making it an easy choice for a wide range of diets.

How to Enjoy Organic Red Pesto 180g

Simply warm Organic Red Pesto 180g gently in a pan and toss through freshly cooked our artisan pasta, adding a splash of pasta water to help it cling. It also makes a brilliant base for shakshuka, baked dishes and homemade pizzas, finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. The product is designed to be gluten-free and organic, ensuring it meets specific dietary preferences while maintaining high-quality, natural ingredients. This versatile pesto is ideal for enhancing pasta dishes but can also be used as a flavorful spread or dip.

About Prima Italia

Prima Italia is one of the carefully selected brands in the Saporia range, chosen for its commitment to quality, flavour and honest ingredients. Whether you are discovering Prima Italia for the first time or stocking up on a firm favourite, Organic Red Pesto 180g is a brilliant example of what the brand does best.

Also in the Prima Italia Range

Love Organic Red Pesto 180g? Explore more at Saporia, including Prima Italia Organic Corn Fusilli 500g, Prima Italia Organic Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce 350g, or browse the full pasta sauces collection for even more inspiration.

Ingredients

Water Sunflower oil, Tomato paste, Sun-dried tomatoes (9%) Basil (5%) PINE NUTS (3%) Extra virgin olive oil, Salt Potato flakes, Sugar, Basil natural flavouring Acidity regulator: Lactic acid.

Allergens in CAPS.

Nutrition

Energy 1356kJ/328kcal, Fat 30.3g, Saturates 3.6g, Carbohydrates 9.1g, Sugars 8.5g, Fibre 2.5g, Protein 3.5g, Salt 1.3g

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Follow instructions on packaging.

FAQs

What is Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g?

Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g is a ready-to-use pasta sauce, available in a 180g size. Organic Gluten Free Red Pesto from Prima Italia is a vibrant, tomato-based pesto that offers a rich and savory flavor profile.

Is Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g suitable for vegans?

Yes, Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g is made without any animal-derived ingredients, making it suitable for vegans and anyone following a plant-based or dairy-free diet. As recipes can occasionally change, we always recommend a quick check of the label.

Is Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g gluten free?

Yes, Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g is gluten free, making it suitable for anyone avoiding gluten. Always check the label for the most up-to-date allergen information.

How should I store Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g?

Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Follow instructions on packaging. Following the storage guidance keeps Organic Red Pesto 180g at its best for longer.

Does Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g contain any allergens?

Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g contains the following allergens, highlighted in the ingredients list: Nuts, Pine. Always read the label carefully if you have any allergies or intolerances.

What pasta shape works best with this sauce?

Chunkier sauces cling beautifully to shapes like penne, fusilli and rigatoni, while smoother sauces suit long pasta such as spaghetti and linguine. Either way, a splash of pasta water helps the sauce coat every strand.

Can I use this sauce for more than pasta?

Definitely. Prima Italia Organic Red Pesto 180g works brilliantly as a pizza base, spooned into bakes and lasagnes, simmered with beans or vegetables, or served as a rich dipping sauce.

How do I use Organic Red Pesto 180g?

Simply heat the sauce gently in a pan and toss with freshly cooked pasta, adding a splash of pasta water to help everything combine. One jar typically serves two to three people generously.

Is this sauce ready to eat?

The sauce is ready to use, but it tastes best warmed through gently in a pan. Heating brings the flavours together and makes it perfect for coating pasta.

How long does the sauce last once opened?

Once opened, keep the jar refrigerated and use within a few days. Always check the label for the specific guidance for this product.